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Best places for schools in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester’s 10 areas ranked by schools rated good or outstanding — best areas for schools. Every figure from Get Information About Schools (GIAS) + Ofsted inspections MI, 2026. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Schools rated Good or Outstanding (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wigan | 90.5% |
| 2 | Bolton | 90.3% |
| 3 | Trafford | 85.1% |
| 4 | Rochdale | 81.8% |
| 5 | Stockport | 79.0% |
| 6 | Manchester | 78.0% |
| 7 | Oldham | 77.8% |
| 8 | Tameside | 77.1% |
| 9 | Salford | 76.9% |
| 10 | Bury | 76.1% |
Source: Get Information About Schools (GIAS) + Ofsted inspections MI · 2026. Ranked highest first.
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