Highfields College
URN: 134623 • Stockport SK5 8DR
Overview
- Name
- Highfields College
- URN
- 134623
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 41.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Grant (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01614067922
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Highfields, Essex Road, Stockport SK5 8DR
Summary
Highfields College is a Pupil Referral Unit located in Stockport, catering to students aged 11 to 16 who require an alternative to mainstream education. With a current enrolment of 164 pupils, the college supports a diverse student body, with 66.7% eligible for free school meals. The institution is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment, where students can re-engage with learning and develop both academically and personally.
The college's ethos revolves around care, respect, and community, aiming to transform students' experiences from past challenges into opportunities for growth. Highfields College emphasizes holistic support, ensuring that students receive the necessary guidance to transition successfully into the next stages of their education and life. The curriculum is designed to create positive educational experiences, focusing on individual needs and promoting achievement.
Highfields College has been recognized for its dedication to student welfare, receiving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in its latest inspection. The college collaborates with various organizations, including the ADHD Foundation and UNICEF, to enhance its support systems and educational offerings, ensuring that every student has the chance to succeed.
The college's ethos revolves around care, respect, and community, aiming to transform students' experiences from past challenges into opportunities for growth. Highfields College emphasizes holistic support, ensuring that students receive the necessary guidance to transition successfully into the next stages of their education and life. The curriculum is designed to create positive educational experiences, focusing on individual needs and promoting achievement.
Highfields College has been recognized for its dedication to student welfare, receiving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in its latest inspection. The college collaborates with various organizations, including the ADHD Foundation and UNICEF, to enhance its support systems and educational offerings, ensuring that every student has the chance to succeed.
Useful links
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- Term Dates (calendar)
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Nearby alternatives
- The Pendlebury Centre (69.7)
- Lisburne School (66.2)
- Castle Hill High School (63.1)
- Royal School, Manchester (62.4)
- Valley School (59.3)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 164 | 107 | 57 | 66.70 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 145 | 83 | 62 | 64.80 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 69 | 48 | 21 | 60.90 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 69 | 48 | 21 | 60.90 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 72 | 39 | 33 | 51.40 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 65 | 44 | 21 | 50.80 |
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