Dixons Newall Green Academy
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Ofsted Rating
36%
Capacity
252
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Dixons Newall Green Academy
Dixons Newall Green Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 252 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (36% of 700 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jo Whitworth, it falls under Manchester local authority.
Dixons Newall Green Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 114 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dixons Newall Green Academy include Theatre, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 5 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Model UN, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.6%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Manchester, Dixons Newall Green Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Greenbrow Road, Manchester, Manchester, M23 2SX |
| Headteacher | Jo Whitworth |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 252 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.6% |
| School Capacity | 252 / 700 (36% full) |
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed114
201
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dixons Newall Green Academy
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Contact Information
Greenbrow Road, Manchester
Manchester, M23 2SX
Greenbrow Road, Manchester
Manchester, M23 2SX
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