Moving to Manchester?
A school for every stage, from 3 to 18.
Whether you're moving to Manchester from elsewhere in the UK or from overseas, you don't have to wait until September to talk to us. St Bede's welcomes in-year applications, subject to availability, with virtual assessments and interviews available where appropriate. Our Admissions Team can guide you through the process while your move is still taking shape.
Join St Bede's throughout the year
A family move doesn't always fit neatly around the school year. We welcome in-year applications and consider entry throughout the year, subject to availability, from Nursery through to Sixth Form.
A school for every stage, from 3 to 18
From Nursery through to Sixth Form, St Bede's offers children a place to grow throughout their education, within a community where they are known, supported and encouraged to become the person they are meant to be.
In-year applications welcomed
Applications are considered throughout the year, subject to availability, so you can begin the conversation with our Admissions Team whenever your plans start to take shape.
Start your application from wherever you are
If you're still living elsewhere in the UK or overseas, you don't need to wait until you arrive in Manchester. Assessments and interviews can be carried out virtually where appropriate, allowing your application to progress while you prepare for your move.
Known by name from day one
Your child will be known as an individual, supported by teachers and pastoral staff who take the time to understand their strengths, interests and ambitions.
Welcoming families of every background
A Catholic community where every child is valued. We warmly welcome families of all faiths and none, including those joining us from across the UK and around the world.
Getting to St Bede's
Our dedicated school bus routes serve areas across Greater Manchester, helping families travel to St Bede's from across the region. Services can be tracked through the Zeelo app.
A Manchester school with a warm welcome
St Bede's has been part of Manchester since 1876. Today, our community brings together families from across Greater Manchester and around the world.
For a child arriving somewhere new, school can quickly become the place that makes a new city feel like home. At St Bede's, they will find friendships, opportunities and a community ready to welcome them.
From your first enquiry to their first day
You may not have every detail of your move confirmed yet. That's absolutely fine. Our Admissions Team will guide you through the process and help you understand the next steps.
Start the conversation
Tell us when you are hoping to move and your child's current year group. You don't need to have every detail confirmed before getting in touch.
Assessment, wherever you are
Assessments and interviews can be carried out virtually where appropriate, allowing families to progress their application before arriving in Manchester.
Offer and next steps
If a place is offered, our Admissions Team will work with you to agree an appropriate start date around your move.
A warm welcome from day one
Joining a new school is about much more than admissions. Your child will be supported as they settle in, build friendships and become part of the St Bede's community, with our Admissions Team there to help your family with the practicalities along the way.
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