Edstart
Salford, North West · M6 6DW
Edstart is a small independent school in Salford, with around 74 pupils on roll and a deliberately compact community. More than half of its pupils receive SEN support, which points to a school shaped around individual needs rather than large cohorts. Led by headteacher Mr Kevin Buchanan and inspected by the ISI, it offers a focused, GCSE-based route for families seeking close attention and a personalised approach.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 74
- Location
- Salford, North West
- Website
- www.edstartschools.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Kevin Buchanan
Latest results
Attainment 8
8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Teaching leads to GCSE qualifications, with Mathematics, English Literature, English Language, Biology and Religious Studies among the popular choices. Headline results sit well below national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score is 8.0 against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils currently achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with a national figure of 47%. These figures should be read in the context of a school where many pupils need significant additional support, and where progress may matter more to families than raw attainment.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 51.35%
- EHC plans
- 48.65%
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small, specialist independent school for families who value individual support over headline league-table figures.
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Edstart 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Edstart located?
Edstart is located at EdStart Specialist Education, 5 Gerald Road, Salford, M6 6DW.
What type of school is Edstart?
Edstart is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Edstart?
Edstart has approximately 74 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.