The Watkin Centre
URN: 150525 • Manchester M22 4NG
Overview
- Name
- The Watkin Centre
- URN
- 150525
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Ogden (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 03301180974
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 14 Royle Green Road, Manchester M22 4NG
Summary
The Watkin Centre, located in Manchester, is an independent special school catering to students with diverse educational needs. With a current enrolment of 23 pupils and a capacity of 36, the school provides a tailored educational experience designed to support individual strengths and challenges. The ethos of the Watkin Centre is rooted in inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, ensuring that every child feels valued and understood.
The school adopts a personalised approach to education, combining evidence-based teaching methods with therapeutic support to foster both academic and personal growth. Staffed by dedicated professionals, the Watkin Centre focuses on nurturing the unique talents of each student, promoting social and emotional development alongside academic achievement.
As part of the First Steps Together group, the Watkin Centre emphasizes strong partnerships with families, recognising the importance of collaboration in a child's educational journey. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive and prepare for a successful future beyond their school years.
The school adopts a personalised approach to education, combining evidence-based teaching methods with therapeutic support to foster both academic and personal growth. Staffed by dedicated professionals, the Watkin Centre focuses on nurturing the unique talents of each student, promoting social and emotional development alongside academic achievement.
As part of the First Steps Together group, the Watkin Centre emphasizes strong partnerships with families, recognising the importance of collaboration in a child's educational journey. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive and prepare for a successful future beyond their school years.
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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
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 36
- Pupils
- 23
- Boys
- 20
- Girls
- 3
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2024-04-25
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 23 | 20 | 3 | 36 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 36 |
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