The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 8.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
8.0
35.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 74
- Capacity
- 44%
Governance
- Local authority
- Salford
- Head
- Mr James Bradley (Director of Education)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Good
June 2023 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
November 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2021 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
March 2019 | Inspection
Additional inspection
August 2018 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
March 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
July 2012 | Inspection
Location
EdStart Specialist Education, Salford, M6 6DW
Town setting
Schools nearby
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Lower Kersal Community Primary School
Primary · 707m away
Tiferes
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North Grecian Street Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
St Boniface RC Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Holy Family VA RC Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
River View Community Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
What is Edstart's Ofsted rating?
Edstart was rated Good at its most recent inspection in June 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Edstart?
Edstart currently has 74 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Edstart take?
Edstart caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Edstart?
Edstart is in M6 6DW, in the Salford local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Edstart have a sixth form?
No, Edstart does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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