The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 64.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019
- This is a Islam school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
64.3
20.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
76%
34.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
28%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
11% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Girls
- Character
- Islam
Numbers
- Pupils
- 287
- Capacity
- 100%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Manchester
- Head
- Ms Jamila Kossar (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
141 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M20 2PQ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmChorlton CofE Primary School
Primary · Very close
Oswald Road Primary School
Primary · 486m away
Brookburn Community School
Primary · 539m away
St John's RC Primary School
Primary · 723m away
Chorlton Park Primary
Primary · 1.0km away
Chorlton High School
Secondary · 1.1km away
Stretford Grammar School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Loreto High School Chorlton
Secondary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2019. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls currently has 287 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls take?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is in Manchester, M20 2PQ, in the Manchester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls have a sixth form?
No, Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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