Digital Advantage
URN: 149248 • Manchester M60 0AS
Overview
- Name
- Digital Advantage
- URN
- 149248
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caroline Dean (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01614102040
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hanover Street, Manchester M60 0AS
Summary
Digital Advantage, operating as the Digital Independent Specialist College (DISC) in Manchester, is a special post-16 institution dedicated to supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). With a capacity of 43 students, DISC aims to prepare its interns for adulthood and employment within the digital economy. The college offers a unique work-based learning environment, collaborating with industry professionals and local employers to provide tailored educational experiences.
The curriculum at DISC is designed to enhance employability and foster independence, focusing on creative and digital skills. Each student benefits from personalised learning plans that align with their strengths and aspirations, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to thrive. The college also places a strong emphasis on social, emotional, and mental health development, providing wrap-around support for families and young people.
Located in Manchester's city centre, DISC is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive community. The college encourages engagement with parents and carers, offering opportunities to learn more about its programmes and attend open events. For further information, parents can reach out via email or phone to discuss their child's educational journey.
The curriculum at DISC is designed to enhance employability and foster independence, focusing on creative and digital skills. Each student benefits from personalised learning plans that align with their strengths and aspirations, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to thrive. The college also places a strong emphasis on social, emotional, and mental health development, providing wrap-around support for families and young people.
Located in Manchester's city centre, DISC is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive community. The college encourages engagement with parents and carers, offering opportunities to learn more about its programmes and attend open events. For further information, parents can reach out via email or phone to discuss their child's educational journey.
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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
- 16 - 24
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 43
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2022-09-05
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 43 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 36 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 15 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 15 |
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