The short version
At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
- 71% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community special school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 200
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 71.3%
Governance
- Local authority
- Manchester
- Head
- Mrs Shauna Johnson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Alworth Road, Blackley, Manchester, M9 0RP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmE-ACT Blackley Academy
Primary · 378m away
St Clare's RC Primary School
Primary · 426m away
Co-op Academy Manchester
Secondary · 807m away
Prospect House Specialist Support Primary School
Free school · Grammar · 991m away
Crab Lane Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Pike Fold Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Alkrington
Primary · 1.5km away
Crosslee Community Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
What is North Ridge High School's Ofsted rating?
North Ridge High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend North Ridge High School?
North Ridge High School currently has 200 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does North Ridge High School take?
North Ridge High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is North Ridge High School?
North Ridge High School is in Manchester, M9 0RP, in the Manchester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does North Ridge High School have a sixth form?
Yes, North Ridge High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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