Withington Girls' School
Withington Girls' School is a highly successful independent girls' school offering education from age 7 to 18, with outstanding academic results and a supportive environment.
Get your personalised Fit Score — tell us about your child to see how well this school matches your priorities.
Our take
Independent girls all-through school in Manchester for ages 7–18. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
The school is committed to admitting girls who will flourish academically and contribute positively to the school community, supporting their potential and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.
Distinctive features
academic selectivity
strong Junior to Senior School progression
excellent A Level and GCSE results
means-tested bursary programme
annual residential trip for Year 7
small class sizes especially in Sixth Form
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
In 2025, and . Nearly half of the GCSE cohort achieved all Grade 8 or 9 across 9 or more subjects, with significant numbers attaining all grade 9s
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 91 | 77 | 68 |
| Oxbridge | 10 | 7 | 12 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Medicine | 14 | — | — |
Recent coverage
Withington Girls' School achieved outstanding academic results in 2025, with 75% of A Level grades at A* or A and 56% of GCSE results at Grade 9. The school maintains a strong record of Oxbridge admissions, with a five-year average of 12.6% of leavers securing places. In 2026, Withington was shortlisted for a national Tes Award and continues to prioritize student wellbeing, recently earning a National Wellbeing Award.
Notable alumni
Open-day dates not yet published
Save this school and we'll email you the moment open-day booking goes live.
How well does Withington Girls' School match?
Tell us your child's age, location, needs and entry point. We'll score commute, academics, support, budget and culture against schools in Manchester.
Check fit for my childApplication timeline
No admissions stage dates confirmed yet. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | TBC | 8 Dec 2025 | TBC | Tbc |
| 2027-28 | TBC | 7 Dec 2026 | TBC | Tbc |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“Head says, ‘We focus on well-being and character development and we do a lot of work on equality, diversity and inclusion to ensure that our community gels.”
Pastoral care, inclusivity & disciplineParents and girls praise pastoral care. Head says, ‘We focus on well-being and character development and we do a lot of work on equality, diversity and inclusion to ensure that our community gels.’ Each form has two tutors (although not always at the Mobile phone policy A clear...
Wellbeing
Withington Girls' School offers wraparound care including early arrival from 7.45am and after-school supervised care until 5.15pm, supporting pupil welfare and safeguarding. This enables pupils to participate in extra-curricular activities with suitable pastoral support.
Inspection
Isi — 4 Feb 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
Schools like Withington Girls' School
Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Questions parents ask
Common questions about Withington Girls' School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Withington Girls' School best for?+
Independent girls all-through school in Manchester for ages 7–18. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@wgs.org or phone on 0161 249 3371. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Withington Girls' School — see the "Schools like Withington Girls' School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Reviews
No reviews yet.