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Private Boys' Schools in Shaw

Shaw has 13 independent boys' 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.

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Ashlea House School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 6ET

Boys 11 - 18 13 Day
Manchester Grammar School

Manchester Grammar School

Manchester, Lancashire, M13 0XT

Boys 7 - 18 1,659 Day

Fees from £6,222 per term

Ellen House Secondary

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6QH

Boys 11 - 16 24 Day

Westwood Boys School

Greater Manchester, OL1 1TE

Boys 11 - 19 36 Day
Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest

Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest

Oldham, Lancashire, OL8 1TJ

Boys 11 - 16 88 Day

Rochdale Islamic Academy

Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0HX

Boys 11 - 16 85 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Shaw

How many private schools are there in Shaw?
There are 62 independent schools in and around Shaw, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Shaw?
Yes, several schools in and around Shaw 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 Shaw?
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 Shaw?
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 boys' schools are there in Shaw?
There are 13 independent boys' schools in and around Shaw, offering single-sex education.
Are there many single-sex schools in Shaw?
Across Shaw, families can find both single-sex and co-educational schools, with co-ed options typically more widely available.

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