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United Kingdom — Greater Manchester

Chetham's School of Music

Long Millgate, Manchester, M3 1SB — Located in central Manchester
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Ages8 – 18

Chetham's School of Music is a A-Levels / GCSE school in Manchester, United Kingdom. It serves 305 students for students aged 8–18.

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Location & Getting There

Long Millgate, Manchester, M3 1SBOpen in Maps
Located in central Manchester

NanaSays Scorecard

305
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available

Key Details

Curricula Offered
A-LevelsYes
GCSEYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Government funding available up to full fees.

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

Chetham's School of Music is a specialist music school that provides effective education combining academic learning with musical development. Pupils make good progress from their starting points and achieve high outcomes in both areas, supported by effective pastoral care and boarding provision. All relevant statutory standards are met.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
The successful implementation of a balanced curriculum, supported by effective careers advice and guidance
Pupils' positive outcomes are enhanced by a wide range of extra-curricular activities, musical and otherwise
Boarding provision supports pupils' accomplishments well
The friendly and caring school culture supports pupils to feel respected and valued
Effective safeguarding arrangements and implementation of safeguarding policy
Areas for Development
Ensure pupils' progress in academic subjects in the lower school is tracked effectively
Achieve a suitably balanced curriculum between academic learning and music provision in the lower school
View Full ISI Report (2024-04-23)

Key facts

Ages
8–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
305
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Chetham's is the UK's largest specialist music school, offering unparalleled music and academic education to young musicians aged 8-18. With boarding accommodation in Manchester and Government funding up to full fees, it combines classical and jazz performance with strong GCSE and A-Level results.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • UK's largest specialist music school
  • Classical and jazz performance focus
  • Government funding available
  • World-class concert venues and performance opportunities
  • Strong academic results

Boarding Life

Boarding accommodation in the heart of Manchester with concert venue onsite, modern recital space, and medieval Baronial Hall providing performance opportunities

Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Friday)

Student Life

Houses
Victoria House (Ages 8-13)Millgate Residence (Boys aged 13-18)New College House (Girls aged 13-18)

Facilities & Programmes

Arts
Music
Classical Performance
Jazz Performance
Academic
Concert Venue
Recital Space
Baronial Hall
Co-Curricular
Masterclasses with professional artists

Student Demographics

School Type
Co-educational
Age Range
8 – 18
Student Body
Boarding capacity240

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Chetham's School of Music directly for current fee information.