Moorside High School

URN: 144199 • Manchester M27 0AP

Overview

Name
Moorside High School
URN
144199
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CONSILIUM ACADEMIES
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Ryles-Dean (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01618044022
Website
Visit
Address
57 Deans Road, Manchester M27 0AP

Summary

Moorside High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Swinton, Greater Manchester, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 1,140 pupils, the school has a capacity of 1,050 and is committed to providing a supportive and respectful learning environment. The school emphasizes high academic standards and aims to foster a culture of achievement, encouraging students to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Moorside is designed to be broad and balanced, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of its students. The school promotes British values, including democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect, ensuring that students develop into responsible citizens. Strong links with local primary schools help ease the transition for new students, allowing them to become familiar with the school environment before joining.

Under the leadership of Principal Mrs H E Ryles-Dean, Moorside High School strives to enrich students' lives and inspire their ambitions. The school is dedicated to preparing students for their future, whether that involves pursuing higher education or embarking on fulfilling careers.

Key details

LA
Salford
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CONSILIUM ACADEMIES
Capacity
1050
Pupils
1140
Boys
613
Girls
527
FSM %
29.50
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1140 613 527 1050 29.50
2024-09-11 1160 624 536 1050 27.10
2023-09-11 1111 615 496 1050 22.40
2022-09-11 1111 615 496 1050 22.40
2021-09-11 1045 588 457 1050 18.10
2020-09-11 1045 572 473 1060 14.10

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