The Lowry Academy
URN: 148393 • Manchester M28 0SY
Overview
- Name
- The Lowry Academy
- URN
- 148393
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Coy (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01615295200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hilton Lane, Manchester M28 0SY
Summary
The Lowry Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Manchester, under the governance of United Learning. With a current enrolment of 922 pupils, the school has a capacity for 1,200 students, reflecting its commitment to providing a supportive educational environment. The academy serves a diverse community, with 55.30% of its students eligible for free school meals, highlighting its focus on inclusivity and support for disadvantaged families.
The academy's ethos is centered around fostering a positive learning atmosphere where every student can thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to challenge students while providing the necessary support through various programs, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions and Pupil Premium initiatives. The Lowry Academy prioritises safeguarding and has established clear procedures to ensure the well-being of all students.
Parents can find essential information about the academy, including performance results and governance, on the school's website. The Lowry Academy is dedicated to engaging with the local community and encourages parental involvement to enhance the educational experience for all students.
The academy's ethos is centered around fostering a positive learning atmosphere where every student can thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to challenge students while providing the necessary support through various programs, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions and Pupil Premium initiatives. The Lowry Academy prioritises safeguarding and has established clear procedures to ensure the well-being of all students.
Parents can find essential information about the academy, including performance results and governance, on the school's website. The Lowry Academy is dedicated to engaging with the local community and encourages parental involvement to enhance the educational experience for all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Essential Information (sen)
- Bad Weather Procedures (sen)
- Ofsted (sen)
- Policies (sen)
- Pupil Premium & Recovery Premium (sen)
- Results and Performance (sen)
- Safeguarding (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Download our prospectus (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
- Salford
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 922
- Boys
- 459
- Girls
- 463
- FSM %
- 55.30
- Open date
- 2021-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 922 | 459 | 463 | 1200 | 55.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 881 | 416 | 465 | 1200 | 56.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 956 | 463 | 493 | 1200 | 51.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 956 | 463 | 493 | 1200 | 51.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1200 |
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