Proud to be part of the
Co-op Academies Trust
Welcome to
Co-op Academy Manchester
Proud to be part of the
Co-op Academies Trust
Welcome to
Co-op Academy Manchester
Co-operating for a fairer world for our community; providing educational excellence, community responsibility and elevated aspirations for all
A Warm Welcome
From our Executive Headteacher
Mr Phill Quirk
At Co-op Academy Manchester, what we do matters, but the way that we do it matters even more. We ask students and colleagues to be GREAT in everything we do. The things that make us GREAT permeate through our daily habits to ensure educational excellence for our students through cooperation and elevated aspirations, creating responsible citizens who value and support their community. We are passionate about giving our students the very best opportunities to prepare them for happy and successful futures.
A special farewell to Richard and Lola
06th May 2026For the past seven years, Friday has been the favourite day of the week for many of our students. That's because it was the day Richard and his therapy dog, Lola, came to visit.
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Celebrating our first edition of The GREAT Round-up!
05th May 2026We see our students doing amazing things every single day. Whether it's a brilliant goal on our 3G pitch, a brave performance in our theatre, or a student helping a friend in the corridor, there is always something to celebrate.
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From Year 11 to Oxford: A Glimpse into the Future
29th April 2026Year 11 students Angel and Harleen recently traded Manchester for the historic streets of Oxford. They spent a wonderful weekend at Somerville College, getting a real taste of what life is like at one of the world’s top universities.
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Our School Overview
Pupils
GCSE Options
Languages spoken
Extra-curricular clubs on offer
What do people say?
Leaders, trustees and governors strive for all pupils at Co-op Academy Manchester to be successful. Pupils are encouraged to demonstrate the ‘ways of being Co-op’ in all that they do. In the main, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well.
Ofsted, 2023
Teachers have strong subject knowledge. They use their expertise to help pupils to learn well in lessons.