Changing Lives
School summary
With just 39 pupils on roll, Changing Lives is among the smallest independent schools a family is likely to encounter in Trafford. This co-educational setting in Manchester is inspected by the ISI and admits pupils at age 11, with an 11+ entry route. Its compact size points to small classes and a closely knit community, the kind of environment where staff are likely to know every child well. The school is led by headteacher Mrs Nicola Smith.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is at 11 through the 11+, so families should expect to prepare for assessment at that stage. As a small independent school, the low overall numbers suggest pupils benefit from a high degree of individual attention.
Head · Mrs Nicola Smith
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A genuinely small, fee-paying co-ed in Trafford, Changing Lives may appeal to families who value an intimate setting over scale.
That’s where Passmate comes in. Tutoring is the most effective thing in a child’s preparation - a well-tutored child can outperform the vast majority of their peers. Passmate works alongside your tutor, not instead of them: it learns how your child thinks, finds the gaps, and shows the tutor exactly where to spend each session - so the limited time you have lands on what actually decides a place.
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Changing Lives 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.