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The Birches School

The Birches School, Manchester
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The Birches School

Newholme Road, West Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2XZ

A Good-rated special school in Manchester where 0% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community special school
Pupils
170
Ages
4-11
FSM
60.0%
Ofsted
Good
May 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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About The Birches School

The Birches School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 170 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Newholme Road, Manchester, M20 2XZ | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Birches School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2024 — Good
  2. Jul 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
  3. Jul 2012 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Birches School

What is The Birches School's Ofsted rating?
The Birches School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are The Birches School's latest exam results?
The Birches School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Birches School located?
The Birches School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester (M20 2XZ).
How many pupils attend The Birches School?
The Birches School has around 170 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Birches School with other schools?
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