The Clifton Centre
URN: 135504 • Manchester M27 8GW
Overview
- Name
- The Clifton Centre
- URN
- 135504
- 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
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Owen (since 2025) , Teacher In Charge
- Telephone
- 01619211300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 117 Silverdale, Manchester M27 8GW
Summary
The Clifton Centre is a mixed Pupil Referral Unit located in Manchester, serving students who have been permanently excluded from mainstream schools or are at risk of exclusion. With a current enrolment of 103 pupils and a capacity of 70, the Centre focuses on providing a safe and supportive environment that fosters personal growth and responsibility. The school aims to prepare students for "Future Life in Modern Britain" through a broad and ambitious curriculum that includes a variety of subjects and vocational learning opportunities.
The Centre works closely with the Local Authority and various partners to ensure effective support for its students. An independent review of the School Improvement Plan highlighted the commitment to high-quality remote education and the development of independent skills through initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The school also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and encourages students to become responsible members of society.
Parents can access a range of resources and support services through the Centre's website, which includes information on the curriculum, attendance, and extracurricular activities. The Clifton Centre is dedicated to maintaining open communication with families to ensure the best outcomes for their children.
The Centre works closely with the Local Authority and various partners to ensure effective support for its students. An independent review of the School Improvement Plan highlighted the commitment to high-quality remote education and the development of independent skills through initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The school also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and encourages students to become responsible members of society.
Parents can access a range of resources and support services through the Centre's website, which includes information on the curriculum, attendance, and extracurricular activities. The Clifton Centre is dedicated to maintaining open communication with families to ensure the best outcomes for their children.
Useful links
- All Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- The Clifton Centre PRUSilverdaleCliftonManchesterM27 8GW (other)
- Home (other)
- Contact (other)
- AP Specialist Taskforce (other)
- All News (other)
- News (other)
- 0161 921 1300 (other)
- Terms (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
- Salford
- Age range
- 14 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 45
- Pupils
- 103
- Boys
- 78
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 69.90
- Open date
- 2008-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-10-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 103 | 78 | 25 | 45 | 69.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 65 | 26 | 45 | 67.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 55 | 40 | 15 | 45 | 63.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 55 | 40 | 15 | 45 | 63.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 43 | 26 | 17 | 45 | 55.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 59 | 41 | 18 | 45 | 45.80 |
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