Melland High School
URN: 138532 • Gorton M18 7DT
Overview
- Name
- Melland High School
- URN
- 138532
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 78.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Warner (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01612239915
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gorton Education Village, Gorton M18 7DT
Summary
Melland High School is an academy special converter located in Gorton, Manchester, catering to students aged 11 to 19 with diverse special educational needs. The school is part of the Bright Futures Educational Trust, which aims to raise aspirations and improve educational standards for its pupils. With a current enrolment of 251 students, Melland High operates above its capacity of 149, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored support and opportunities for all learners.
The curriculum at Melland High is designed to meet the individual needs of students, offering a range of subjects and practical experiences that promote personal development and independent living skills. The school also serves as a support hub for other high schools in central and east Manchester, emphasizing collaboration and community engagement.
Melland High School actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including performing arts and sports, to enhance students' social skills and confidence. The school fosters a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and prepare for their future careers through various initiatives and partnerships with local organisations.
The curriculum at Melland High is designed to meet the individual needs of students, offering a range of subjects and practical experiences that promote personal development and independent living skills. The school also serves as a support hub for other high schools in central and east Manchester, emphasizing collaboration and community engagement.
Melland High School actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including performing arts and sports, to enhance students' social skills and confidence. The school fosters a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and prepare for their future careers through various initiatives and partnerships with local organisations.
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- Governor Development Plan (governance)
- Governor Impact (governance)
- Governor Link Roles (governance)
- Our Senior staff (sen)
- Special educational needs (SEN) report (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- News (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Manchester Metropolitan University (68.7)
- Piper Hill High School (64.8)
- Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School (63.4)
- Grange School (63.3)
- Rodney House School (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Manchester
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 149
- Pupils
- 251
- Boys
- 168
- Girls
- 83
- FSM %
- 68.90
- Open date
- 2012-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 251 | 168 | 83 | 149 | 68.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 223 | 145 | 78 | 149 | 64.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 185 | 123 | 62 | 149 | 47.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 185 | 123 | 62 | 149 | 47.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 184 | 123 | 61 | 149 | 44.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 173 | 117 | 56 | 149 | 46.90 |
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