Progress Schools - Gorton
School summary
With around 20 pupils on roll, Progress Schools - Gorton is among the smallest of independent settings, offering a deliberately intimate environment in Manchester. This mixed school takes pupils from age 11 and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Under the leadership of headteacher Mrs Emma Kanis, the modest scale allows for close attention to each child. Families drawn to a small, personal community rather than a large institution may find it worth a closer look.
Where every mark matters.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is available at 11, with an 11+ admissions process in place. The very small roll means teaching can be tailored closely to individual pupils, which may particularly suit children who thrive in a quieter, more focused setting.
Head · Mrs Emma Kanis
School life & ethos
- Boarding
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A small independent school where the appeal lies in scale and personal attention rather than size or breadth.
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Progress Schools - Gorton 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.