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Manchester Communication Academy

Manchester Communication Academy, Manchester
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Manchester Communication Academy

Silchester Drive, Harpurhey, Manchester, M40 8NT

A Good-rated secondary school in Manchester.

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
1,299
Ages
11-16
FSM
59.6%
Attainment 8
43.7
Ofsted
Good
May 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
43.7
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
18.9%
Basics 9-5
35.9%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
57.3%
EBacc APS
3.96
EBacc 9-5
16.8%
EBacc 9-4
27.9%
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About Manchester Communication Academy

Manchester Communication Academy is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.7. The school has around 1,299 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Silchester Drive, Manchester, M40 8NT | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Manchester Communication Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2024 — Good
  2. Apr 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Manchester Communication Academy

What is Manchester Communication Academy's Ofsted rating?
Manchester Communication Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Manchester Communication Academy's latest exam results?
Manchester Communication Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.7. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Manchester Communication Academy located?
Manchester Communication Academy is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester (M40 8NT).
How many pupils attend Manchester Communication Academy?
Manchester Communication Academy has around 1,299 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Manchester Communication Academy with other schools?
View Manchester Communication Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Manchester.