Parrs Wood High School
Parrs Wood High School is a secondary located in Manchester, M20 5PG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,915 pupils on roll.
Parrs Wood High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Manchester
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1854
Number of Pupils: 1915
Number of Boys: 1002
Number of Girls: 913
Special Classes Code: 1
Percentage on Free School Meals: 31.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-27
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2013-12-24
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: McElwee
Phone: 01614468640
Website: https://pwhs.co.uk/
Location: Wilmslow Road, East Didsbury
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Parrs Wood High School
What is the Ofsted rating of Parrs Wood High School?
Parrs Wood High School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Parrs Wood High School admit?
Parrs Wood High School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Parrs Wood High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Parrs Wood High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Parrs Wood High School?
Parrs Wood High School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Parrs Wood High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Parrs Wood High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Parrs Wood High School?
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