Withington Girls' School
Manchester, Greater Manchester · M14 6BL
Withington Girls' School is a leading independent day school in Manchester for girls aged 7–19, known for strong academic results combined with a distinctive community spirit and emphasis on wellbeing. The school operates across Junior (7–11), Senior (11–16), and Sixth Form (16–19) sections, with a girls-only environment designed to support female achievement. Located in an urban setting in south Manchester, it serves a broad catchment and is recognised for both academic rigour and pastoral care.
- →Consistently strong A-level and GCSE results, with 'some of the best academic results in the country'
- →Girls-only environment; evidence of gender-conscious pedagogy and female leadership modelling
- →Strong pastoral care and wellbeing culture; emphasis on 'girls at ease with themselves'
- →Generous means-tested bursary support (1 in 6 Senior pupils receive financial assistance)
- →Extensive co-curricular provision across sport, music, drama, and service
Who thrives here
Bright, articulate girls who thrive in a supportive, academically ambitious community and benefit from a girls-only setting. Families valuing both challenge and pastoral warmth, and those seeking strong extra-curricular breadth.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Wellington Road, Fallowfield
Manchester, Greater Manchester
M14 6BL
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Samantha Cameron
Wife of former PM David Cameron; charity and wellbeing advocate
Abi Morgan
Screenwriter and playwright (The Iron Lady, Shame, The Fall)
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Withington Girls' School?
Day fees at Withington Girls' School are approximately £19,998 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Withington Girls' School?
Withington Girls' School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Withington Girls' School's exam results?
At Withington Girls' School, 52.2% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 84.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Withington Girls' School a boarding school?
Withington Girls' School is a day school in Manchester and does not offer boarding.
What is Withington Girls' School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Withington Girls' School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing girls' confidence and self-esteem in a girls-only environment; girls described as 'at ease with themselves'
✓Excellent pastoral care and strong head-of-year accessibility; genuine care for individual wellbeing
✓High academic standards with supportive teaching approach; challenging without overwhelming
✓Vibrant co-curricular offer spanning music, drama, sport, and expeditions; girls encouraged to try new things
✓Strong community spirit and alumnae network; sense of belonging
✓Financial support available; bursaries genuinely accessible (1 in 6 receive support)
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; some parents uncertain about external validation of quality
!Urban location and lack of boarding may not suit all families
!Limited SEND specialism for pupils with complex needs; mainstream environment may require careful assessment