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Boys' Private Schools in Manchester

Manchester has 15 independent boys' schools offering single-sex education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

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 Grammar School

Manchester Grammar School

Manchester, Lancashire, M13 0XT

1.1 miles from Manchester

Fees from

£6,222 / term

Range £6,222 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–18 1,659 Day

Ashlea House School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 6ET

4.7 miles from Manchester

Boys 11–18 13 Day

Altrincham Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2RR

7.9 miles from Manchester

Fees from

£3,638 / term

Range £3,638 - £7,675 (inc. VAT)

Boys 2–11 263 Day
Bolton School Boys' Division

Bolton School Boys' Division

Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 4PA

12.3 miles from Manchester

Fees from

£3,816 / term

Range £3,816 - £4,772 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–18 1,124 Day

Kassim Darwish Grammar School for Boys

Manchester, Lancashire, M16 8NH

1.6 miles from Manchester

Fees from

£3,164 / term

Range £3,164 - £3,428 (inc. VAT)

Boys 11–16 152 Day

Talmud Torah D'chassidie Belz

Salford, Lancashire, M7 4TP

3.1 miles from Manchester

Boys 5–7 40 Day

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 boys' schools are there in Manchester?
There are 15 independent boys' schools in and around Manchester, offering single-sex education.
Are there many single-sex schools in Manchester?
Across Manchester, families can find both single-sex and co-educational schools, with co-ed options typically more widely available.

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