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Whalley Range 11-18 High School

Manchester, United Kingdom
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About Whalley Range 11-18 High School

Whalley Range 11-18 High School is a warm and caring community for all students. We celebrate diversity and believe strongly in providing an environment where all young people thrive. We work together with families, our local community, business partners and local universities to enhance our students’ education.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr M. Lea

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.5
Teaching Quality 4.5
Communication 4.5
Student Wellbeing 4.5
Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
96.9
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

51.9
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.79
Progress 8
Well above average
49.6%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
70.1%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

64.0% entered EBacc
49.6% achieved EBacc
264 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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Emily W
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Excellent School with Great Values"

I've been impressed with Whalley Range 11-18 High School since day one. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the school's commitment to diversity and inclusion is really evident. My daughter has thrived in the school's caring environment and I'm grateful for the opportunities she's had through their extra-curricular programs.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Sarah K
Parent Mar 20, 2022
5.0

"A School that Truly Cares"

We were a family that moved to a different area and my child went to a different school, but I still keep in touch with the staff at Whalley Range 11-18 High School. Their commitment to the well-being of their students is second to none and it shows in the way they support parents too. If we were still living in the area, I'd have no hesitation in sending my child back to that wonderful school.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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David T
Parent Jun 15, 2021
4.0

"Good School with Some Room for Improvement"

We've had a mostly positive experience at Whalley Range 11-18 High School. The school's facilities are great, and the teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. However, I feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed about what's going on. Overall, I'd recommend the school to others, but with some caveats.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5

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