Wright Robinson College
Academy converter secondary school in Manchester (Manchester).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Wright Robinson is an outstanding 11-16 secular college situated on the outskirts of central Manchester, in extensive grounds alongside Gorton reservoir and surrounding greenbelt. The college has state of the art facilities set in an impressive campus which facilitates an exceptional learning environment. As you enter the college you will find a calm and welcoming atmosphere.
Visitors frequently comment on how impeccably well-mannered our students are. Our Team Ethos permeates all aspects of college life. Life here at Wright Robinson is so much more than what happens in the classroom and we are extremely proud to offer a wealth of opportunities to our students. A culture of mutual respect, positive outlook and a can-do approach pervades our school.
We have established a secure, stable and well-ordered environment and make no apologies for the high expectations of all pupils. Our Governors and Leaders are deeply committed to ensuring that every pupil can flourish, irrespective of their personal circumstances.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
1 activityiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Times Tables Rock Stars
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Basic Skills Quality MarkLiteracy and numeracy
Key facts
- URN
- 146239
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Manchester
- Constituency
- Gorton and Denton
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2019
Governing body (8 current, 0 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Christine Shaw | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by academy members | since 2022 · until 2030 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Bosede Oni | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr Scott Dean | Local Governor | Nominated by other body and appointed by GB | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Hakeem Babalola | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · until 2030 |
| Councillor John Hughes | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr John Hussey | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Jon Marshall | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Damien Pacer | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2028 |
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