Denton Community College

URN: 135122 • Manchester M34 3NG

Overview

Name
Denton Community College
URN
135122
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
31.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Donald Cumming (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Taylor Lane, Manchester M34 3NG

Summary

Denton Community College, located in Manchester, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,368 students and a capacity of 1,530. The school is part of the Northern Education Trust, which emphasises an outcomes-focused and child-centred approach to education. The leadership prioritises high educational standards and aims to ensure that all students achieve their best, preparing them for life beyond school.

The curriculum at Denton Community College is designed to be inclusive and supportive, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school actively promotes personal development and well-being, with various enrichment opportunities available to enhance the educational experience. Additionally, the college places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and creating a safe, caring environment for all pupils.

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (36.8%), the school is committed to overcoming barriers to learning and improving life chances for all its students. Denton Community College fosters a sense of community and encourages parental involvement, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Tameside
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1530
Pupils
1368
Boys
548
Girls
820
FSM %
36.80
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
2024-12-31
Last Ofsted
2022-12-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1368 548 820 1530 36.80
2024-09-11 1368 548 820 1530 36.80
2023-09-11 1378 564 814 1530 32.40
2022-09-11 1378 564 814 1530 32.40
2021-09-11 1335 569 766 1530 32.70
2020-09-11 1352 565 787 1350 28.60

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