The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 3.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2019
- The school is at capacity (133% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
3.9
39.9 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
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 53
- Capacity
- 100%
Governance
- Local authority
- Oldham
- Head
- Miss Louise Hodson
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Requires Improvement
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Unit 3 Peel St, Failsworth, Manchester, M35 0UF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmTeenage Kicks
Independent · Very close
St John's Church of England Primary School
Primary · Very close
Co-op Academy Failsworth
Secondary · 569m away
Propps Hall Junior Infant and Nursery School
Primary · 572m away
St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Primary · 575m away
Higher Failsworth Primary School
Primary · 710m away
Hardman Fold Community Special School
Special school · 781m away
Mather Street Primary School
Primary · 893m away
Questions parents ask
What is Greater Manchester Independent School's Ofsted rating?
Greater Manchester Independent School was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in November 2019. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Greater Manchester Independent School?
Greater Manchester Independent School currently has 53 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Greater Manchester Independent School take?
Greater Manchester Independent School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Greater Manchester Independent School?
Greater Manchester Independent School is in Manchester, M35 0UF, in the Oldham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Greater Manchester Independent School have a sixth form?
Yes, Greater Manchester Independent School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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