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Combines academic rigour with an exciting, active and outdoor ethos where students are happy to learn.
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Headteacher
Headmistress
Ms Louise Higson
Since September 2021, Louise Higson, previously head of Farlington since 2012, having joined the school seven years earlier. Grew up in Cheshire, maths degree from Manchester University. Still teaches year 5 maths once a week.
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Entrance
First come first served into nursery at age 3+, with automatic entry into reception. For reception upwards (4+), there’s a taster day with informal assessments and an interview with the head – more character-based than academic. Mid-year entry is
- Open days
- Open events held termly and advertised on school website. Private tours offered on weekdays during term time.
Exit
In 2025, most to Manchester Grammar School, Manchester High School for Girls, Withington Girls' School and Stockport Grammar School. Other to Alderley Edge School for Girls, Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Cheadle Hulme School, Loreto Grammar
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Teaching & learning
Learning support & SEN
Pupils
Money matters
Fees reasonable compared to other local schools. Sibling discounts. Means-tested bursaries of up to 90 per cent from year 3.
- Fee information
- £15,000 pa
Our view
Smiling faces, happy waves and chirpy hellos from children in younger years made for a friendly welcome at this large prep. The site is grand, with dominating buildings and plenty of space for all, although head admits she’d like a hall large enough
The last word
Combines academic rigour with an exciting, active and outdoor ethos where students are happy to learn.
