Branwood Preparatory School
Manchester, Salford, North West · M30 9HN
Branwood Preparatory School is a small independent day school in Salford, Manchester, educating around 150 boys and girls. Its modest size means a close-knit community where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. The school has no religious affiliation, and fees of up to £8,037 a year place it among the more affordable independent options in the region. Around one in nine pupils receives some form of SEN support, suggesting a setting accustomed to catering for a range of individual needs.
150
Pupils
£8,037
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 150
- Location
- Manchester, Salford, North West
- Website
- https://branwoodschool.co.uk/
Headteacher
Head Mrs Tanya Davie
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Teaching & academics
As a preparatory school inspected by the ISI, Branwood focuses on building strong foundations across the primary years. The small roll allows for attentive teaching and the chance to know each child's progress closely. Roughly 10.7 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, indicating a willingness to accommodate differing learning profiles.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 10.67%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £8,037
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 17 June 2025
The last word
A small, non-denominational prep where the intimate scale and reasonable fees are the headline appeal for families wanting individual attention.
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Branwood Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Branwood Preparatory School located?
Branwood Preparatory School is located at Manchester, M30 9HN.
What type of school is Branwood Preparatory School?
Branwood Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Branwood Preparatory School?
Branwood Preparatory School has approximately 150 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.