WILLIAM HULME'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL in Lancashire, Manchester

Education Centre Information: William Hulme's Grammar School:

Establishment Type:Other Independent School
Phase of Education: Not applicable
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Manchester
Establishment Open Date: 30/09/1980
Reason Establishment Closed: For Academy
Establishment Close Date: 31/08/2007
Boarders: No Boarders
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 649
Number of boys: 419
Number of girls: 230
Age Range: 3-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

William Hulme was founder of the William Hulme Charity, and lived at Hulme Hall (later Broadstone Hall) in Reddish, Stockport. Very little is known about his life except that he owned two other large properties in the region. In 1881, the Trustees of his charity were empowered to build schools in Manchester, Oldham and Bury - they were known as the William Hulme Grammar Schools.They also founded a Hall of Residence for students at Manchester University, granted annual grants to the University itself and to the Manchester High School for Girls. The exhibitions at Brasenose College were increased from 4 to 20.Music is thriving at William Hulme's! As well as the Orchestra, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Brass Band, and Choir opportunities exist for pupils to learn an instrument of their choice in private music lessons. Music is a formal part of the curriculum until year 9 when it becomes a popular GCSE option. A-level musicians form the backbone of many of the Bands, which draw appreciative audiences from beyond the immediate community to the many concerts organised each year.The most recent production has been 'Gel'. Pupils from all years are encouraged to audition and many of the younger pupils are successful in being cast in the leading roles! The chorus always help to lift the atmosphere and help to make productions at William Hulme's memorable occasions.As well as learning to act the pupils are encouraged to get involved with stage and set design, stage management, lighting and sound, make up and costume. Many of our keen dramatists go on to study Theatre Studies at A-level where all these skills are tested.