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Changing Lives

Changing Lives, Manchester
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Changing Lives

Isherwood Rd, Nursery farm, Manchester, M31 4BH

An independent special school in Manchester.

Other independent special school
Pupils
39
Ages
11-18
Capacity
40

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 Changing Lives

Changing Lives is a secondary school in Manchester, Trafford. The school has around 39 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Isherwood Rd, Manchester, M31 4BH | More schools in Trafford

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Frequently asked questions about Changing Lives

Where is Changing Lives located?
Changing Lives is a secondary school in Manchester, Trafford (M31 4BH).
How many pupils attend Changing Lives?
Changing Lives has around 39 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Changing Lives with other schools?
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