The East Manchester Academy
Manchester, M11 3DS · Manchester · secondary school
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24th 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 — 5.9/10 against 132 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 36.9 · 30 | 46% | 1.37 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.13 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.2 · 52 | 15% | 0.79 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The East Manchester Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 25.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 41.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.13 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Diana Awards, Feed My City, and New Leaf Foundation. Music enrichment includes violin, woodwind, guitar, and band. Trips include New Islington Fieldwork and Salford Quays.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,035 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,100. 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 close the gap between their current Attainment 8 and the national median? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores?
What Ofsted said about The East Manchester Academy
Overview
The East Manchester Academy is described as an inclusive school where a "tangible sense of community" allows pupils to thrive under the care of staff who know them well. The report highlights a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that successfully builds knowledge progressively, resulting in clear learning progress and improved outcomes for most pupils. Since the previous inspection, the school has continued its "journey of rapid improvement," driven by effective leadership and a strong focus on personal development.
Strengths
- Personal development is "exceptional," with a comprehensive programme tailored to pupils’ needs that fosters self-confidence and celebrates difference.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and present information clearly, regularly checking understanding to address misconceptions quickly.
- Pastoral care is "exceptional," founded on thorough knowledge of each pupil and close partnership with families and outside agencies.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well through accurate identification of needs and careful adaptations to the curriculum.
- The school offers extensive extra-curricular activities and enrichment lessons, ensuring the "talents and interests of all pupils are fostered."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure it provides appropriate reading support for older pupils who struggle to read fluently, as this currently hinders their ability to access parts of the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 40.1 |
| 2024/25 | 41.9 |
| 2025/26 | 46.2 |
| 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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