Manchester Young Lives

URN: 136264 • Manchester M22 9TF

Overview

Name
Manchester Young Lives
URN
136264
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elaine Young (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
The Addy Young People's Centre, Manchester M22 9TF

Summary

Manchester Young Lives is an independent school located in Manchester, dedicated to promoting the social and educational inclusion of children and young people aged 5 to 24. The school serves as a vital resource for over 4,000 young people annually, addressing issues of social exclusion and disaffection through various educational and recreational programs. With a capacity of 65 pupils, it offers alternative education for those who are not attending mainstream schools.

The ethos of Manchester Young Lives is rooted in the belief that every young person can improve their life chances through learning, given the right support and opportunities. The school emphasizes values such as respect, diversity, and compassion, fostering a positive environment for personal and academic growth.

In addition to traditional educational support, Manchester Young Lives provides engaging facilities, including climbing walls and sports pitches, to encourage active participation and adventure play. The organisation also focuses on youth engagement and employability skills, helping students transition successfully into further education, training, or employment.

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Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
13 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
65
Pupils
0
Boys
0
Girls
0
FSM %
0.00
Open date
2010-12-06
Close date
2023-04-20
Last Ofsted
2022-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 0 0 0 65 0.00
2024-09-11 0 0 0 65 0.00
2023-09-11 12 9 3 65 0.00
2022-09-11 12 9 3 65 0.00
2021-09-11 29 21 8 65 0.00
2020-09-11 38 29 9 125 0.00

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