Sol Christian Academy
Sol Christian Academy is an independent school in Manchester for pupils aged 2 to 18. It has 34 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Sol Christian Academy is Good, from an inspection in June 2024.
Ofsted inspection: June 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 115 Fairfield Street M12 6EL |
| Phone | 01616372944 |
| Reference Number | 139831 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.94%
Girls: 47.06% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Sol Christian Academy is performing well, with an overall effectiveness rated as good. The school prioritizes pupils' well-being and fosters a supportive environment where students feel safe and valued. Pupils demonstrate high levels of independence and motivation in their learning, contributing to their academic success. The curriculum is broad and well-structured, particularly in the early years, where a strong focus on reading helps children build confidence and skills. However, the school faces some challenges, particularly in offering more specific learning targets for students with special educational needs, which needs addressing to enhance their educational outcomes further.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Mar 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jun 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Oct 2014 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils show impressive attitudes to learning and high levels of independence.
- The school has a strong focus on reading, boosting children's confidence from an early age.
- Pupils display mutual respect, contributing to a calm and orderly school environment.
- Staff understand the individual needs of pupils, particularly in the early years.
- Pupils benefit from expert careers advice and opportunities for leadership roles.
Areas for Improvement
- Some learning targets for pupils with SEND lack specificity, hindering their progress.
- Pupils' knowledge of world religions is shallow, affecting their preparedness for life in modern Britain.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Sol Christian Academy were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 14.7% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Sol Christian Academy's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Sol Christian Academy is Good, from an inspection in June 2024.
When was Sol Christian Academy last inspected by Ofsted?
Sol Christian Academy was last inspected in June 2024.
How many pupils does Sol Christian Academy have?
Sol Christian Academy has 34 pupils on roll.
What age range does Sol Christian Academy cover?
Sol Christian Academy for pupils aged 2 to 18.
Where is Sol Christian Academy?
Sol Christian Academy is at 115, Fairfield Street, M12 6EL.