How many pupils does Changing Lives have?

Changing Lives has 39 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Changing Lives perform at GCSE?

Pupils at Changing Lives achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 5.6 in 2025/26.

Where is Changing Lives?

Changing Lives is located at Isherwood Rd, Manchester, Trafford, M31 4BH.

Changing Lives

Isherwood Rd, Manchester, Trafford, M31 4BH

Not rated

Not yet inspected

Not inspected

Ofsted

5.6

Attainment 8

11–18

Ages

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Other independent special school

Type

About Changing Lives

Changing Lives is an independent special school in Manchester, Trafford, England, for pupils aged 11–18. It has 39 pupils on roll. At GCSE, pupils achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 5.6 (2025/26). 0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

School Information

Local Authority: Trafford →
School Type: Other independent special school
Age Range: Ages 11–18
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 39 / 40 (98%)
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form

Pupil profile

2025/26

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Free school meals

100%

SEN support

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2025/26, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Contact Details

Address: Isherwood Rd, Manchester, Trafford, M31 4BH
Phone: 01619695853
Head Teacher: Nicola Smith
Website: https://changinglivessen.co.uk/

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Changing Lives?: Changing Lives is an independent special school in Manchester, Trafford, England, for pupils aged 11–18.
How many pupils does Changing Lives have?: Changing Lives has 39 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
How does Changing Lives perform at GCSE?: Pupils at Changing Lives achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 5.6 in 2025/26.
Where is Changing Lives?: Changing Lives is located at Isherwood Rd, Manchester, Trafford, M31 4BH.

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