Southern Cross School
URN: 105623 • Manchester M22 4AB
Overview
- Name
- Southern Cross School
- URN
- 105623
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lauren Anderton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Roundwood Road, Manchester M22 4AB
Summary
Southern Cross School is a community special school located in Manchester, catering to mixed-gender pupils from Year 5 to Year 11 (Key Stages 2, 3, and 4). With a capacity of 154 students, the school has a current enrolment of 154, with a significant proportion (71.4%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse socio-economic background of its community.
The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where each student is encouraged to reach their full potential. Southern Cross promotes core values such as respect, responsibility, independence, and creativity, aiming to build confidence and a passion for learning. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and accessible, with a strong emphasis on emotional and social well-being, which is linked to academic success.
In addition to a broad curriculum that includes subjects like History, the school focuses on developing resilience and kindness among its pupils. By nurturing empathy and fostering a sense of belonging, Southern Cross aims to prepare students for their future and life in wider society, ensuring they are equipped to navigate challenges and thrive.
The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where each student is encouraged to reach their full potential. Southern Cross promotes core values such as respect, responsibility, independence, and creativity, aiming to build confidence and a passion for learning. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and accessible, with a strong emphasis on emotional and social well-being, which is linked to academic success.
In addition to a broad curriculum that includes subjects like History, the school focuses on developing resilience and kindness among its pupils. By nurturing empathy and fostering a sense of belonging, Southern Cross aims to prepare students for their future and life in wider society, ensuring they are equipped to navigate challenges and thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Rowan Tree Primary School (72.9)
- The Manchester Metropolitan University (68.7)
- Delamere School (67.1)
- Springside (65.6)
- Longford Park School (65.3)
Key details
- LA
- Manchester
- Age range
- 9 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 154
- Pupils
- 154
- Boys
- 126
- Girls
- 28
- FSM %
- 71.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 154 | 126 | 28 | 154 | 71.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 154 | 126 | 28 | 154 | 71.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 100 | 20 | 130 | 85.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 100 | 20 | 130 | 85.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 132 | 112 | 20 | 130 | 81.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 132 | 117 | 15 | 73.50 |
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