Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is an independent school in Manchester for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has a Islam religious character. It has 264 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is Outstanding, from an inspection in April 2019. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 68.7, and 90% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: April 2019. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | 141 Barlow Moor Road Manchester M20 2PQ |
| Phone | 01618812127 |
| Reference Number | 130318 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 264 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Manchester Islamic High School for Girls is recognized as an outstanding institution, demonstrating exceptional leadership and a comprehensive approach to education that prepares students to contribute positively to society. The headteacher, staff, and governing body work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment where pupils thrive academically and personally. The school excels not only in academic achievements, with pupils consistently progressing well above national averages, but also in fostering a strong sense of community and respect among students, facilitated by excellent spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development programs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Sep 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional leadership fosters high achievement and preparation for responsible citizenship.
- Strong focus on pupils' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
- Outstanding quality of teaching that engages and motivates students.
- Exemplary behaviour and attitude towards learning among students.
- Broad and balanced curriculum with excellent enrichment opportunities.
- Effective support for students with special educational needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Need to further embed healthy eating habits among pupils.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 68.7 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 90.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 94.2% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 10.6% of pupils at Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 1.9% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is Outstanding, from an inspection in April 2019.
When was Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls last inspected by Ofsted?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls was last inspected in April 2019.
How many pupils does Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls have?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls has 264 pupils on roll.
What age range does Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls cover?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 68.7, and 90% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls?
Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is at 141 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M20 2PQ.