William Hulme's Grammar School
Manchester, Manchester City Council · M16 8PR
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.
1,590
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state school
- Pupils
- 1,590
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18
- Location
- Manchester, Manchester City Council
Headteacher
Head Mrs Kate Heaton
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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.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Last inspected
- 18 June 2025
The last word
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
Where is William Hulme's Grammar School located?
William Hulme's Grammar School is located at Manchester, M16 8PR.
What type of school is William Hulme's Grammar School?
William Hulme's Grammar School is a state-funded school.
How many pupils attend William Hulme's Grammar School?
William Hulme's Grammar School has approximately 1,590 pupils on roll.
What is William Hulme's Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
William Hulme's Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 18 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.