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Chorlton High School

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Chorlton High School

Nell Lane, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy, Manchester, M21 7SL

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Pupils
1,529
Ages
11-16
FSM
29.7%
Attainment 8
53.9
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
53.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
35.5%
Basics 9-5
61.2%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
70.9%
EBacc APS
5.06
EBacc 9-5
32.1%
EBacc 9-4
42.5%
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About Chorlton High School

Chorlton High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.9. The school has around 1,529 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Nell Lane, Manchester, M21 7SL | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Chorlton High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2021 — School remains Good
  2. Oct 2021 — School remains Good
  3. Sept 2011 — Good (predecessor: Chorlton High School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Chorlton High School

What is Chorlton High School's Ofsted rating?
Chorlton High School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What are Chorlton High School's latest exam results?
Chorlton High School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Chorlton High School located?
Chorlton High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester (M21 7SL).
How many pupils attend Chorlton High School?
Chorlton High School has around 1,529 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Chorlton High School with other schools?
View Chorlton High School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Manchester.