The History of MGS

Hugh Oldham - founder of The Manchester Grammar School in 1515



Take a look through the articles on the left which give you a snapshot of the incredible history of MGS, dating back to the sixteenth century.

The original School in Long Millgate c1519
See In the beginning

MGS c1776
See MGS in The 18th Century




MGS c1825
See The 19th Century

MGS c1880
The new building at Long Millgate. See The 19th Century

The early 20th Century
The new building at Long Mill Gate can be seen in the background
See Life at Long Millgate