Manor Abbey School

URN: 150771 • Stoke-on-Trent ST2 8LG

Overview

Name
Manor Abbey School
URN
150771
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
27.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Bownds (since 2025)
Telephone
01782340011
Website
Visit
Address
Greasley Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST2 8LG

Summary

Manor Abbey School is a free special school located in Stoke-on-Trent, catering specifically to boys with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). With a current enrolment of 14 pupils and a capacity of 70, the school aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school operates under the Manor Hall Academy Trust, which emphasizes high-quality, personalized education tailored to each student’s unique challenges and strengths. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and relevant, focusing on developing essential skills for lifelong success while fostering strong relationships between students and educators.

Community involvement is a key aspect of Manor Abbey’s ethos, encouraging open communication and collaboration with parents and carers. The leadership team, including Executive Headteacher David Bownds and Head of School Jack, brings extensive experience in special education, ensuring that best practices are shared across the trust to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Stoke-on-Trent
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
70
Pupils
14
Boys
14
Girls
0
FSM %
71.40
Open date
2024-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 14 14 0 70 71.40
2024-09-11 70

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