Co-op Academy Manchester
Manchester, M9 0WQ · Manchester · secondary school
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22nd of 31 secondary schools in Manchester we can score, 32 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.2/10 against 287 of them, against 3.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 36.4 · 28 | 30% | 0.85 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.02 · 49 | 25% | 1.22 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.5 · 36 | 10% | 0.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Co-op Academy Manchester overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 44.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.02 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than peers nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Rock Band, Big Band, String Group, and Drama productions. Sports include cross-country, athletics, football, netball, and rugby. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,554 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,650. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths? How does the after-school club structure its activities?
What Ofsted said about Co-op Academy Manchester
Overview
Co-op Academy Manchester continues to be a good school, where leaders strive for all pupils to be successful. The report highlights a positive culture with warm relationships, effective teaching, and a well-organised curriculum that supports diverse learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils feel happy and safe, with staff dealing with bullying "swiftly and well" and providing appropriate support.
- The curriculum is "well organised," with subject leaders carefully planning key knowledge and sequencing to prepare pupils for key stage 4.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and use effective assessment strategies to check pupil understanding and retention.
- Leaders prioritise reading, offering a "comprehensive reading support programme" to help struggling pupils catch up quickly.
- A "comprehensive personal development offer" ensures pupils learn about mental health, healthy relationships, and careers.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must fully embed their new behaviour policy to support a small number of older pupils who "do not behave as well as they should during social times."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by a "strong culture of safeguarding" and a well-trained team that works closely with external agencies to ensure timely support for pupils and families.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 43.0 |
| 2024/25 | 44.9 |
| 2025/26 | 43.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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