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Laurus Ryecroft
Outstandinggraded 25/01/2023Ages 11–181,142 pupilsFaithNone
Laurus Ryecroft is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in Manchester, within the Tameside local authority. The school has around 1,142 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 25/01/2023, Laurus Ryecroft was judged Outstanding. Recent GCSE results show above-average progress (a Progress 8 score of +0.8), an average Attainment 8 score of 53.4 and 57% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Manchester can view Laurus Ryecroft's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionOutstanding
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationOutstanding
Behaviour & attitudesOutstanding
Personal developmentOutstanding
Leadership & managementOutstanding
Last inspected 25/01/2023. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points5 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Progress 8
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Above average
Attainment 851.6
Progress 8+0.8
Grade 5+ English & maths51%
Grade 4+ English & maths
EBacc entry
EBacc average point score
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelB-
A-level grade (point score)B-
APS per entry 35.5
Retention100%
Value added
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake36.8%
Free school meals36.8%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language12.7%
England avg 18.3%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing92.4%
Attendance92.4%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher12.7
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Manchester
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