Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy
Manchester, Manchester, North West · M19 2EQ
With just 34 pupils on roll, Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy is among the smallest of independent schools, offering a markedly intimate learning environment. This mixed, non-denominational school sits within the heart of Manchester and admits pupils from age 11. Under the leadership of headteacher Mrs Linda Guest, the scale of the school means pupils are likely to be well known to staff and to one another. As a fee-paying independent, it is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The small roll will suit families seeking a close-knit, personal setting rather than the breadth of a larger institution.
34
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 34
- Location
- Manchester, Manchester, North West
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Linda Guest
Teaching & academics
Entry at 11 is available through an 11+ assessment, so prospective families should prepare for a selective admissions process. With so few pupils, teaching can be closely tailored to individual needs, and the school's name signals a focus that blends vocational and academic learning.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small, selective independent in central Manchester, best suited to families who value a personal, vocationally-minded education over scale.
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Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy located?
Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy is located at 19 Albert Road, Manchester, M19 2EQ.
What type of school is Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy?
Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy?
Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy has approximately 34 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.