How to apply

Click Here to Apply Online Manchester Academy Admissions Policy 2026-27 MANCHESTER ACADEMY ADMISSIONS POLICY 2027-28

When is the secondary school admissions deadline?

The deadline to apply for Year 7 applications is 31st October 2026. This is for students who will be starting in September 2027.

You cannot apply directly with the school, this needs to be submitted via your local council's education service. If you are a Manchester resident - please click on the green button above to get started.

How Much Is Secondary School Uniform?

Unlike the majority of secondary schools, for new Year 7s starting in September at Manchester Academy, we provide a blazer, tie and branded PE top completely free of charge.

We appreciate the cost of living is high for everyone, and hopefully this small gesture can help make a big difference to the families in our community.

September 2026 Admissions

The Academy has an admission number of 240 for Year 7 in September 2027. The Academy will consider all applications. If there are fewer than 240 applications in Year 7, 8, 9, 10, and 240 in Year 11 during the academic year 2027/28, the Academy will offer places to all those who have applied unless the application is defined as an exception (see below).

Manchester Academy is a member of United Learning which has a Christian ethos. The Academy accepts students of all faiths and none.

Students with a statement of special educational needs that names the academy in the statement will be given a special priority over other admissions. If a child has a statement of special educational needs and you require further advice on primary to secondary transfer, please contact the Special Educational Needs section of the Local Education Authority of the area you live in.

In Year Admissions and Appeals

In-year admissions

For the academic year, this is how in-year admissions will be dealt with between 1st November 2025 and 31st August 2026.

In-year admissions are dealt with by Manchester City Council on behalf of the school and parents should apply to the local authority for a place in the school outside of the usual admissions arrangements. The school can provide the relevant documentation and this is also available on the school website.

Parents and carers have the right of appeal against any refusal of a place.

Appeals

Parents and carers have the right of appeal to the Academy’s Independent Appeal Panel if they are dissatisfied with an admission decision of the Academy. Further assistance is available at the Academy Office.

Recieve an Application Pack or Apply in Person

By Post:

Integrated School Admissions
Directorate for Children and Commissioning Services
Manchester City Council
P.O Box 532
Town Hall
Manchester
M60 2LA

Visit in Person:

Customer Contact Centre
Manchester Contact Centre
Town Hall Extension
Albert Square
Manchester
M60 2LA

Phone: 0161 245 7166

Email: school.admissions@manchester.gov.uk

If you would like help completing the application form please contact the office on 0161 232 1639