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Private Schools in Greater Manchester

Browse 19 independent schools in Greater Manchester.

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AKS Lytham

AKS Lytham

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

Abbey Gate College

Abbey Gate College

Chester, Cheshire

Hale Preparatory School

Hale Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire

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Browse All Private Schools in Greater Manchester

Showing 1–19 of 19 schools

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Name (Z–A)
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Fees (High to Low)

Ashlea House School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 6ET

Boys 11–18 13 Day

Clevelands Prep School

Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 5DH

Fees from

£3,685 / term

Range £3,685 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 159 Day
Greater Manchester Independent School

Greater Manchester Independent School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M35 0UF

Fees from

£17,201 / term

Range £17,201 - £34,800 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–18 53 Day
Progress Schools - Gorton

Progress Schools - Gorton

Greater Manchester, M12 5PX

Co-Ed 11–16 20 Day
Progress Schools Wigan

Progress Schools Wigan

Greater Manchester, WN1 1RU

Co-Ed 11–16 9 Day

Safe Start School

Tameside, Greater Manchester, OL6 7ST

Co-Ed 11–16 30 Day

Sol Christian Academy

Greater Manchester, M12 6EL

Co-Ed 2–18 34 Day

Changing Lives SEN Independent School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M31 4BH

Co-Ed 11–18 39 Day

The Holden School

Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, WN7 4SB

Co-Ed 4–18 79 Day

Beis Rochel Mcr Girls School

Greater Manchester, M7 2FZ

Girls 3–11 158 Day

Bnos Margulis Viznitz Girls' School

Greater Manchester, M7 4DQ

Girls 3–11 149 Day

Ellen House Secondary

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6QH

Boys 11–16 24 Day

Me'or High School

Salford, Greater Manchester, M7 4NA

Girls 11–16 69 Day

Nuqtah Primary School

Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 1QH

Co-Ed 4–11 0 Day

OYY Lubavitch Boys School

Salford, Greater Manchester, M7 4HL

Fees from

£1,000 / term

Range £1,000 - £1,080 (inc. VAT)

Boys 5–16 51 Day

Rochdale Islamic Academy

Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0HX

Boys 11–16 85 Day

Sapience Girls Academy

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 1ER

Girls 11–16 78 Day

Westwood Boys School

Greater Manchester, OL1 1TE

Boys 11–19 36 Day

Westwood High

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6HR

Girls 2–19 342 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Greater Manchester

How many private schools are there in Greater Manchester?
School Scout includes profiles for 19 independent schools across Greater Manchester, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in Greater Manchester have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Greater Manchester, with particularly strong concentrations in towns across Greater Manchester. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Greater Manchester schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in Greater Manchester?
Yes. Greater Manchester is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare Greater Manchester schools with those in neighbouring Cheshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire, Merseyside.
Can I search for Greater Manchester schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Greater Manchester private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find Greater Manchester school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a Greater Manchester prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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