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SMS Changing Lives School

SMS Changing Lives School, Oldham
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SMS Changing Lives School

Unit 2, Aniseed Park, Oldham Broadway Business Park, Oldham, OL9 9XA

An independent special school in Oldham.

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Pupils
40
Ages
11-16
Capacity
80

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

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 (%)

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

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About SMS Changing Lives School

SMS Changing Lives School is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham. The school has around 40 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Frequently asked questions about SMS Changing Lives School

Where is SMS Changing Lives School located?
SMS Changing Lives School is a secondary school in Oldham, Oldham (OL9 9XA).
How many pupils attend SMS Changing Lives School?
SMS Changing Lives School has around 40 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare SMS Changing Lives School with other schools?
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