Changing Lives
Manchester, Trafford, North West · M31 4BH
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.
39
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 39
- Location
- Manchester, Trafford, North West
- Website
- https://changinglivessen.co.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Nicola Smith
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.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small, fee-paying co-ed in Trafford, Changing Lives may appeal to families who value an intimate setting over scale.
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Changing Lives 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Changing Lives located?
Changing Lives is located at Isherwood Rd, Nursery farm, Carrington, Manchester, M31 4BH.
What type of school is Changing Lives?
Changing Lives is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Changing Lives?
Changing Lives has approximately 39 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.