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Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle, Cheshire · SK8 6EF

AAB+ A-level

18.8%

9–7 GCSE

57.2%

Day fees

£16k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

Cheadle Hulme is an independent co-educational day school spanning nursery through sixth form on a single suburban campus in Greater Manchester. The school serves a broad ability range across 1,479 pupils and emphasises a traditional academic curriculum balanced with strong co-curricular provision. Known for its welcoming environment and established reputation within the North West, it attracts families seeking independent education without the pressure of selective entry at all levels.

  • →Through-school continuity from age 3 to 18 without selective 11+ hurdle
  • →Strong pastoral care and inclusive ethos; accessible Independent education in the North West
  • →Established co-curricular programme including music, sport, drama, and outdoor pursuits

Who thrives here

Cheadle Hulme suits well-rounded pupils who benefit from a supportive, traditional environment with broad-based academic teaching and meaningful extra-curricular engagement. It appeals to families seeking stability and a non-pressurised but thorough educational pathway.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports56th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1873
Number of pupils1,479
Pupils with SEND246
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£15.6k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationGood rail connections via Cheadle Hulme and Stockport stations; suburban location with on-site parking; served by local bus routes.

Contact & visit

Claremont Road, Cheadle Hulme

Cheadle, Cheshire

SK8 6EF

01614883330
Mr Lee Richardson, Head

Nearest stations

Cheadle Hulme Railway Station8 min
Stockport (rail hub)15 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Cheadle Hulme School?

Day fees at Cheadle Hulme School are approximately £15,600 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Cheadle Hulme School?

Cheadle Hulme School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Cheadle Hulme School's exam results?

At Cheadle Hulme School, 18.8% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 57.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Cheadle Hulme School a boarding school?

Cheadle Hulme School is a day school in Cheadle and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Supportive, inclusive pastoral care across all year groups

✓Strong co-curricular provision and facilities (music, sport, drama)

✓Through-school model providing educational continuity and stability from age 3

Common concerns

!Limited national academic visibility; ISC membership only (no HMC); outcomes data not widely published