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Sol Christian Academy

· M12 6EL

A*–B A-level

9–7 GCSE

Day fees

£8k

Inspection

Good

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Sol Christian Academy is a small, coeducational day school in Manchester serving ages 3–18 with an explicitly Christian educational philosophy. The school operates as an all-through institution with modest pupil numbers (43 across the entire cohort), suggesting highly personalised teaching and close pastoral oversight. Entry is offered at multiple points from Early Years through to Sixth Form, with a curriculum underpinned by Christian values and character development alongside academic rigour.

  • Explicit Christian ethos and moral framework integrated into daily life and curriculum
  • Very small pupil numbers enabling bespoke attention and tailored support
  • All-through provision (ages 3–18) reducing transition disruption and enabling continuity of pastoral care

Who thrives here

Families seeking a faith-centred education in an intimate setting, where individual pupils receive sustained attention from staff. Pupils who thrive in smaller communities and whose families value Christian principles alongside academic development will find this environment nurturing.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSportsno dataCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils43
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£7.5k/yr
Settingurban
LocationLocated in M12 postcode (Droylsden/Newton Heath area of East Manchester); reasonable public transport connectivity via tram and rail.
EthosChristian (explicit)

Contact & visit

115, Fairfield Street

M12 6EL

www.solacademy.org.uk
01616372944
Mrs Irene Tabeth, Head

Nearest stations

Manchester Piccadilly15 min
Droylsden (tram)8 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Sol Christian Academy?

Day fees at Sol Christian Academy are approximately £7,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Sol Christian Academy?

Sol Christian Academy 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.

Is Sol Christian Academy a boarding school?

Sol Christian Academy is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is Sol Christian Academy's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Sol Christian Academy “Good” (2024).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Strong Christian ethos and moral values embedded consistently

Highly personalised attention due to small cohort size

Continuity of pastoral relationships across all-through model

Common concerns

!Very small pupil numbers may limit peer diversity, competitive sport opportunities, and breadth of co-curricular choice

!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so no external validation of academic or pastoral standards

!Limited track record in public domain for university destinations and examination outcomes