The King David High School
Manchester, M8 5DY · Manchester · secondary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.1/10 against 884 of them, against 7.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 5 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 53.7 · 71 | 30% | 2.12 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.5 · 84 | 25% | 2.10 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 52.7 · 80 | 10% | 0.80 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The King David High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 55.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.5 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join mindfulness, maths, physics, chess, board games, art, photography, and fitness clubs. Sports include football, basketball, netball, badminton, swimming, cricket, trampolining, and table tennis. Arts and music provision covers orchestra, choir, and drama rehearsals. Trips include gallery visits, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 708 pupils against a stated capacity of 775. 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 plan to address the 'Requires improvement' rating from the 2023 inspection? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to raise their
What Ofsted said about The King David High School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils benefit from a "rich, broad curriculum" and feel part of a strong community characterised by "mutual respect." While senior leaders have driven "considerable change" since the previous inadequate rating, inconsistencies in behaviour management and attendance remain significant challenges.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed, enabling pupils to "build easily on their prior knowledge" and make sense of new learning.
- Teachers demonstrate "specialist subject knowledge" and use "skilful questioning" to deepen pupils’ thinking.
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and make an "active contribution to the local community."
- Sixth-form students achieve "impressive A-level results" and apply successfully to prestigious universities.
- Leaders provide a comprehensive programme for personal development, including careers advice and relationships education.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure all staff adhere to the behaviour policy to address inconsistencies, reduce internal suspensions, and improve punctuality.
- Strategies are needed to improve attendance, as too many pupils are persistently absent and miss out on learning.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and weak readers requires better targeting to help them achieve well.
- The non-qualification offer in the sixth form is limited; leaders should ensure an equitable provision that prepares all students for their next steps.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who are knowledgeable and take prompt action to ensure a safe environment.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 57.8 |
| 2024/25 | 55.4 |
| 2025/26 | 52.7 |
| 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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