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Private Girls' Schools in Manchester

Manchester has 17 independent girls' schools offering single-sex education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and mainly day schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

Explore all private schools in Manchester, or browse schools across Greater Manchester and North West.

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Manchester High School for Girls

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6HS

Girls 3 - 18 930 Day

Fees from £4,506 per term

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Withington Girls' School

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6BL

Girls 7 - 19 756 Day

Fees from £4,476 per term

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Beis Ruchel Girls School

Manchester, Lancashire, M7 4AE

Girls 2 - 11 210 Day

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Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2LT

Girls 3 - 11 279 Day

Fees from £3,974 per term

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Alderley Edge School for Girls

Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7QE

Girls 2 - 18 379 Day

Fees from £3,926 per term

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Bolton School Girls' Division

Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 4PB

Girls 7 - 18 1,035 Day

Fees from £3,816 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Manchester

How many private schools are there in Manchester?

There are 81 independent schools in and around Manchester, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Manchester?

Yes, several schools in and around Manchester offer boarding, including full, weekly and flexi options.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools

What age can children start private school in Manchester?

Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do I apply to private schools in Manchester?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How many girls' schools are there in Manchester?

There are 17 independent girls' schools in and around Manchester, offering single-sex education.

Are single-sex schools common in Manchester?

Manchester includes a mix of girls', boys' and co-educational schools, though co-ed schools are more common overall.