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Welcome to Royal School, Manchester

Royal School Manchester is a specialist residential school and day school offering outstanding multi-sensory learning, education, and care for students aged 4 to 19 with complex learning disabilities.We provide tailored special education, disability support and care, supporting children with learning difficulties, disabilities, complex health needs, and autism.Based in Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester, our high-performing complex learning difficulties school is located in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility, The Moulding Foundation Building, offering the very best facilities and equipment for our learners.Our values revolve around our commitment to providing the very best care and support to children with complex learning disabilities and autism, and our performance reflects this.If you want to speak to somebody at Seashell Trust about our schooling for special education, don’t hesitate to get in touch today.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

4 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

63 Total

No. of Boys

45 (71.4%)

No. of Girls

18 (28.6%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

0.0%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

N/A

A*/A grades

N/A


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

100%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:0%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:0%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:100%
England:2%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Primary Half Term Holiday

May 25 - Jun 5

Secondary Half Term Holiday

May 25 - May 29


Alumni Stories

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Enrichment Activities

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Our inspiring, sector-leading approach ensures that Royal School Manchester pupils enjoy an enriched learning experience with fantastic life opportunities and experiences.

Doctors, Dentists and Vets Club
A club for students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary science.
Innovative Arts Programme
Led by our artists and musicians in residence, our exciting and innovative arts programme encourages children to express themselves and build confidence and understanding of the world.
Sports
Seashell is working towards becoming a national centre of excellence for inclusive sports. Our excellent facilities include a fully accessible swimming pool, football pitch, fitness suite and climbing wall. Children and young people can access our awarding winning CADS programme, which breaks down barriers to bring able and disabled young people together to enjoy a wide range of sport and leisure activities.
Duke of Edinburgh
Seashell is a licensed Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme hub and students follow the awards programme each year, developing confidence, self-esteem and social skills while enjoying amazing new experiences.

About School

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityStockport
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed