The King David High School
URN: 137309 • Manchester M8 5DY
Overview
- Name
- The King David High School
- URN
- 137309
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Jewish
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE KING DAVID HIGH SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracy Basger (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01617407248
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Eaton Road, Manchester M8 5DY
Summary
The King David High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Manchester, with a current enrolment of 778 pupils and a capacity of 800. Founded on traditional Jewish values, the school promotes respect, self-discipline, and the pursuit of excellence. It aims to foster both academic achievement and personal development, encouraging students to become knowledgeable and committed citizens within both the Jewish community and the wider society.
The curriculum at The King David High School integrates high academic standards with a strong emphasis on Jewish education. Students engage in a diverse range of subjects, including arts, humanities, sciences, and languages, alongside Judaic studies. The school is dedicated to creating a holistic educational environment that supports emotional wellbeing and experiential learning, ensuring that students are challenged and inspired throughout their educational journey.
In addition to its academic offerings, the school prioritises student support through various initiatives, including mental health resources and extracurricular activities. The King David High School fosters a sense of community and belonging, making it a nurturing environment for students to thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at The King David High School integrates high academic standards with a strong emphasis on Jewish education. Students engage in a diverse range of subjects, including arts, humanities, sciences, and languages, alongside Judaic studies. The school is dedicated to creating a holistic educational environment that supports emotional wellbeing and experiential learning, ensuring that students are challenged and inspired throughout their educational journey.
In addition to its academic offerings, the school prioritises student support through various initiatives, including mental health resources and extracurricular activities. The King David High School fosters a sense of community and belonging, making it a nurturing environment for students to thrive both academically and personally.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- SENDept (sen)
- Senior Leadership (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- ​OFSTED Report 7th July 2023 (download)
- ​Pikuach Report: Good, 2024 (download)
- Complaints Policy (download)
- Letter to Parents 7th July 2023 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Wright Robinson College (79.2)
- Wright Robinson College (72.6)
- Middleton Technology School (70.2)
- Urmston Grammar School (70.2)
- Parrs Wood High School (68.2)
Key details
- LA
- Manchester
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE KING DAVID HIGH SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 778
- Boys
- 363
- Girls
- 415
- FSM %
- 18.50
- Open date
- 2011-08-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 778 | 363 | 415 | 800 | 18.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 773 | 375 | 398 | 800 | 15.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 806 | 397 | 409 | 800 | 9.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 806 | 397 | 409 | 800 | 9.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 779 | 381 | 398 | 800 | 6.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 781 | 386 | 395 | 800 | 4.50 |
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