Best Schools 2024
Best Private Secondary Schools in Greater Manchester
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Rochdale Islamic Academy
Rochdale Islamic Academy is a secondary school located in Rochdale, North West. Founded in 2003, the school focuses on providing a high-quality education to boys aged 11-16. With a total of 90 students, the school prides itself on its outstanding behaviour and attitudes, as well as its good overall effectiveness and leadership. The school consistently meets the independent school standards and has achieved good exam results, with an average point score of 4.76 in the EBacc.1 schools in compare list -
Ahavas Torah Boys Academy
Ahavas Torah Boys Academy is an Orthodox Jewish secondary school located in Salford, North West. With a strong faith ethos and effective teaching of kodesh, the school promotes respect and well-behaved behavior among its pupils. However, there is a need for improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment in chol subjects, resulting in slow progress in areas other than mathematics and English. While the school meets regulatory requirements and has dedicated senior leaders, there are some low expectations of behavior in certain lessons. Additionally, the narrow chol curriculum with restricted teaching time has room for improvement. The school strives to provide a supportive environment where students can develop their personal and academic potential. It is important for parents to note that the school's overall effectiveness requires improvement, as per the latest Ofsted report.1 schools in compare list -
Mechinoh School
Mechinoh School is a secondary school in Salford, established in 1985. With a focus on boys aged 11-16, the school offers a nurturing and disciplined environment for learning. While the school has demonstrated good behaviour and attitudes, it falls short in meeting overall educational standards. However, efforts are being made to improve leadership and management. With a small class size of 73 students, Mechinoh School aims to provide individual attention to each student, ensuring their personal development and success in GCSE exams.1 schools in compare list -
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Teenage Works
Teenage Works is a co-educational secondary school located in Failsworth, Oldham. With a small student body of 40, the school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for students aged 11-18. While the school requires improvement in overall effectiveness and quality of education, it excels in promoting good behavior and attitudes, as well as personal development. Led by Miss Louise Hodson, the school meets the independent school standards.1 schools in compare list -
Sol Christian Academy
Sol Christian Academy is a co-educational school located in Manchester. Founded in 2013, the school offers an all-through education for students aged 2-18. With a total of 43 students, the small class sizes allow for individual attention and high academic expectations. The school has received a good rating in its Ofsted report, with particular strengths in teaching and learning, personal development, and pupil outcomes. The dedicated staff at Sol Christian Academy ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students, with stringent safeguarding procedures in place. Although there are some areas for improvement, such as performance management and outdoor learning facilities, the school provides a solid foundation for students' success and attainment. With a focus on fostering exceptional progress and exemplary behavior, Sol Christian Academy prepares students for a bright future.1 schools in compare list -
Covenant Christian School
Covenant Christian School is a Christian/Evangelical school located in Heaton Moor, Stockport. With a small school size of 70 students, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for children aged 5-16. Led by Dr Roger Slack, the school has been providing a good quality education since its establishment in 1982. The school's focus on personal development and good behavior ensures a well-rounded educational experience for all students.
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King of Kings
At King of Kings School, located in Manchester, we believe in high aspirations and expectations for all our pupils. With a focus on promoting spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, our dedicated staff fosters positive relationships with students. Our good Ofsted report highlights effective teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as personal development and welfare. Although limited opportunities currently exist for Year 6 pupils to practice extended writing skills at a greater depth, our overall effectiveness and exam results demonstrate that we are meeting independent school standards.1 schools in compare list -
Progress Schools - Lilford Centre
Progress Schools - Lilford Centre is a co-ed middle deemed secondary school located in Wigan. With a small student body of 23 students, it offers a personalized learning experience. However, the school has received an inadequate rating from Ofsted, highlighting concerns regarding overall effectiveness, education quality, behavior and attitudes, and leadership and management.
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Safe Start Education
Safe Start Education is a registered Independent School and Alternative Provision in Ashton under Lyne, Manchester. We provide a customised curriculum, smaller class sizes, and a flexible timetable to help at-risk students who have missed a lot of school. Our focus is on holistic, trauma-informed education and development, working collaboratively with students, families, and community members. With a good Ofsted rating and a commitment to diversity and excellence, Safe Start Education ensures a safe and supportive learning environment for your child.
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Harpurhey Alternative Provision School
Harpurhey Alternative Provision School is a co-ed secondary school located in Manchester. With a small student body of 13 students, the school provides specialized support for students with special educational needs, catering to 91.5% of its students. However, the school has been rated inadequate in several areas by Ofsted, including overall effectiveness and quality of education. It does not meet the independent school standards. It is important for parents to consider these factors when choosing a school for their child.
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Penarth Group School
Penarth Group School is a co-ed middle deemed secondary school located in Stockport, North West. Established in 2008, the school offers a safe and supportive learning environment for students aged 11-18. With a good Ofsted rating, the school prioritizes the social, emotional, and mental well-being of its students. It has effective safeguarding measures in place and supports students with special educational needs. The school has shown good progress in nationally recognized qualifications, ensuring that students receive a quality education. While there are some areas for improvement, such as aligning tasks closely with students' needs and sharing best practices more effectively, Penarth Group School provides a positive and enriching educational experience for its students.1 schools in compare list -
Progress Schools - Stockport
Progress Schools - Stockport is a secondary school located in Stockport, North West. With a co-ed and inclusive environment, the school provides a high-quality education for students aged 11-16. Led by Mrs Susanne Quinn, the school has been rated as 'Good' in all aspects by Ofsted. With a small class size of 35, students receive personalized attention and support to thrive academically and personally.
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Ashlea House School
Ashlea House School is a boys secondary school located in Tameside, North West. With a strong focus on personalized education, the school provides a good quality of education for students aged 11-18. The dedicated staff are passionate about enabling students to reach their full potential academically and personally. With outstanding personal development and welfare, Ashlea House School ensures that each student receives the support they need to succeed. The school has a good overall effectiveness and meets regulatory requirements, making it a reliable choice for parents seeking an inclusive and supportive educational environment for their sons.1 schools in compare list -
Elizabeth House School
Elizabeth House School is a secondary school for boys aged 11-18. With a good overall effectiveness rating from Ofsted, the school prides itself on its caring and nurturing ethos, high expectations for pupil progress and attainment, and tailored curriculum. The dedicated teachers have strong subject knowledge and there are effective safeguarding arrangements in place. The school also focuses on developing independent living skills. However, there is room for improvement in writing skills and measurable targets for pupil outcomes. Overall, Elizabeth House School provides a supportive and inclusive environment for boys to thrive academically and personally.1 schools in compare list -
Progress Schools Wigan
Progress Schools Wigan is a co-ed secondary school located in Wigan, North West. With a small student body of only 35, the school provides a personalized and supportive environment for students aged 11-16. Although the school requires improvement in overall effectiveness and quality of education according to the latest Ofsted report, it excels in promoting good behavior and attitudes, as well as personal development. The school meets the independent school standards and offers SEN support for 10% of its students.1 schools in compare list -
Lawrence House
Lawrence House is a secondary school for boys aged 11-18 in Tameside. With a good Ofsted rating, the school focuses on providing a quality education, promoting positive behavior and attitudes, and fostering personal development. Led by Mr Bilal Afzal, Lawrence House meets the independent school standards and offers a strong learning environment for boys.1 schools in compare list
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