The short version
At capacity. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2023).
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 39
- Capacity
- 98%
Governance
- Local authority
- Trafford
- Head
- Mrs Nicola Smith
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Isherwood Rd, Carrington, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M31 4BH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmManor High School
Special school · 1.3km away
Manor Academy Sale
Academy · 1.3km away
Firs Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Brentwood Community College
Special school · 1.7km away
Cherry Manor Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Brentwood School
Special school · 1.7km away
All Saints' Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
What is Changing Lives's Ofsted rating?
Changing Lives was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Changing Lives?
Changing Lives currently has 39 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Changing Lives take?
Changing Lives caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Changing Lives?
Changing Lives is in Manchester, M31 4BH, in the Trafford local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Changing Lives have a sixth form?
Yes, Changing Lives has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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