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
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.
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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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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