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Changing Lives Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Changing Lives is a other independent special not applicable school in Manchester, Trafford , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 39 pupils, and a capacity of 40 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

39

Pupils

40

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Changing Lives Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Changing Lives is set by Trafford and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Trafford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Changing Lives — School Information

Full address
Isherwood Rd, Nursery farm, Manchester, M31 4BH
Local authority
Trafford
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–18 years
DfE URN
149213

Other Not applicable Schools in Manchester

If Changing Lives is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Changing Lives

Is Changing Lives oversubscribed?

Changing Lives is operating close to its capacity of 40 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Changing Lives?

Admission to Changing Lives is managed by Trafford. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Changing Lives cover?

Changing Lives is a not applicable school in Manchester, Trafford, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.