North Ridge High School
URN: 132905 • Manchester M9 0RP
Overview
- Name
- North Ridge High School
- URN
- 132905
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 55.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shauna Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01615530200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alworth Road, Manchester M9 0RP
Summary
North Ridge High School is a community special school located in Manchester, catering to pupils aged 11 to 19 with diverse special educational needs. With a total enrolment of 200 students, the school is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where each pupil can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. The school prides itself on fostering a calm and happy atmosphere that encourages students to do their best.
The curriculum at North Ridge High School is tailored to meet the individual needs of its students, focusing on both educational and personal development. The school emphasizes the importance of life skills and personal growth, offering various opportunities for students to engage in practical activities and business enterprises. This hands-on approach helps students identify their personal skills and prepares them for future challenges.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (71.30%), North Ridge High School is dedicated to inclusivity and community support. The school actively engages with families and the wider community to ensure that all students receive the necessary resources and encouragement to succeed. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.northridge.manchester.sch.uk.
The curriculum at North Ridge High School is tailored to meet the individual needs of its students, focusing on both educational and personal development. The school emphasizes the importance of life skills and personal growth, offering various opportunities for students to engage in practical activities and business enterprises. This hands-on approach helps students identify their personal skills and prepares them for future challenges.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (71.30%), North Ridge High School is dedicated to inclusivity and community support. The school actively engages with families and the wider community to ensure that all students receive the necessary resources and encouragement to succeed. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.northridge.manchester.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEN Support (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Find out more (sen)
- Local Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Headteacher’s introduction (other)
- School Policies (other)
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
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 200
- Pupils
- 200
- Boys
- 133
- Girls
- 67
- FSM %
- 71.30
- Open date
- 2006-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 200 | 133 | 67 | 200 | 71.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 202 | 131 | 71 | 200 | 59.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 199 | 137 | 62 | 200 | 50.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 199 | 137 | 62 | 200 | 50.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 189 | 132 | 57 | 163 | 56.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 181 | 125 | 56 | 163 | 51.50 |
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