Special schoolData as of May 2026

Pioneer House High School

200 Yewtree Lane, Northern Moor, Manchester, M23 0FF

Free schools special · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted

Outstanding

May 2019

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

0.4school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

0.4

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

0.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

0.4

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	Not available	46.4
2024/25	0.4	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	Not available	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

0.0%

EBacc APS

0.02

EBacc 9-5

0.0%

EBacc 9-4

0.0%

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Manchester Secondary PRU

1.58 km away · Pupil referral unit

Requires improvement

The Watkin Centre

1.63 km away · Other independent special school

Dixons Brooklands Academy

1.69 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Southern Cross School

1.71 km away · Academy special converter

Good

Sale High School

1.8 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About Pioneer House High School

Pioneer House High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 28 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.4. The school has around 156 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: 200 Yewtree Lane, Manchester, M23 0FF | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Pioneer House High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Standards maintained
May 2019 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Pioneer House High School

What is Pioneer House High School's Ofsted rating?

Pioneer House High School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What do parents say about Pioneer House High School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 28 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Pioneer House High School.

What are Pioneer House High School's latest exam results?

Pioneer House High School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.4. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Pioneer House High School located?

Pioneer House High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester (M23 0FF).

How many pupils attend Pioneer House High School?

Pioneer House High School has around 156 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Pioneer House High School with other schools?

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