William Hulme's Grammar School
School summary
Set in Manchester, William Hulme's Grammar School brings together around 1,590 pupils in a large, mixed and state-funded setting with a Christian character. Ofsted rated the school "Good" at its most recent inspection, including its leadership and its sixth form. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 18, class sizes sit broadly in line with what many state schools offer. The school runs an 11+ entry process and is led by headteacher Mrs Kate Heaton.
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Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Last inspected
- 18 June 2025
Teaching & academics
Provision spans GCSE through to A-level, with BTEC courses and the Extended Project Qualification broadening the choices available to older students. Ofsted judged the sixth form "Good", suggesting steady support for pupils as they progress to the most demanding stages of school. The mix of academic and vocational routes gives families some flexibility in how a child's strengths are matched to qualifications.
Head · Mrs Kate Heaton
Sixth form
- Sixth-form Ofsted
- Good
Qualifications offered
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
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A large, mixed Manchester grammar school with consistent "Good" Ofsted judgements and a sixth form to match. Worth a look for families who value breadth across academic and vocational routes.
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William Hulme's Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.