Connell Co-Op College, Manchester
Connell Co-Op College is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 19 in Manchester, part of The Co-Operative Academies Trust. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in January 2018. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in April 2024 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Good (2018)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Connell Co-Op College in detail
Connell Co-Op College in its own words
In its own words: "We are here because we think East Manchester deserves the best. We are here to offer you a sixth form college that will help you to achieve your aspirations. If you have the right mindset, then there are no limits to what you can accomplish."
From the headteacher's welcome: "It's the time when students figure out who they are and what they want to be. At Connell, we recognise it's a privilege to be part of that journey. Supporting students through this crucial stage of their education is what we do best. We deliver excellent qualifications and a rich student experience."
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)
Source: The school's own website
The trust
Connell Co-Op College is one of 40 schools run by The Co-Operative Academies Trust, an academy trust.
Where pupils go next
Of the 338 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 65% went on to university or other higher education, 2% to apprenticeships and 20% into work. 12% went to one of the most selective third of universities.
Who goes there
42.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 46.3% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (31%), Black (29%) and White British (16%).
In 2026, 50 pupils (5.4%) received SEN support and 10 (1.1%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.
Getting there
The nearest tram or metro stop is Velopark (Manchester Metrolink), about 390 metres away (roughly a 5-minute walk).
12 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Sunny Lowry Road (opposite), 90 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Connell Co-Op College stands in is among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
Suspensions and exclusions
In 2024/25, Connell Co-Op College issued 81 suspensions, 9.7 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.
Sources: DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoThis judgement is from January 2018, 8 years ago, longer than Ofsted's usual 4-year cycle: the school may have changed since.
Overall
Leadership & Management
Safeguarding: effective
Source: Ofsted, further education and skills inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
Ofsted rated this school Good at its January 2018 inspection.
Rated Good for
Leadership & management.
At a Glance
42.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Sixth Form Performance (A-Level)
A-Level Results
C-
Average grade
26.2
Points per entry
C-
Best 3 A-Levels
3%
Achieving AAB+
Below average
Value added
191
A-Level students
93%
Retention rate
2024/25 academic year
A-Level Subjects Offered
2024/25 academic year - entries by number of students
After A-Levels - Leaver Destinations
After A-Levels (Year 13) - 338 students
2023/24 data
University & Higher Education Destinations
12%
Top-third university
70%
Degree course
74%
Any L4+ destination
0%
Apprenticeships
Based on 222 students completing 16-18 study
2022/23 cohort - "Top-third" = most selective third of UK universities by student intake
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Latest from Connell Co-Op College
Enrolment Information
20 Aug 2026
Connell Co-op College celebrates exceptional results and exciting next steps for students
17 Aug 2026
A Level + BTEC Results Day Info 2026
12 Aug 2026
Chloe and Zaki’s Stories
30 Jun 2026
VIP Carabao Cup Final Experience For One Lucky Student
26 Mar 2026
Connell students take part in Gorton & Denton by-election hustings
13 Feb 2026
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Getting There
Train Stations
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 30
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 8
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 30 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 8 serious and 21 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise.
6 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Manchester is 22 (the median across 222 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
87%
Available places
918 pupils
1,050 places
132 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Manchester
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Manchester
Across Manchester council
Places available
7,220
Applications
6,542
Got 1st preference
77.1%
Got preferred school
94.7%
All secondary applications across Manchester council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(4)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
50
SEN Support
10
EHC Plans
6.5%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
918
Total Pupils
426
Boys
492
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
43
Teachers
21.3:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£53,991
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Connell Co-Op College
What is Connell Co-Op College's Ofsted rating?
Connell Co-Op College's most recent Ofsted inspection, in April 2024, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in January 2018, it was rated Good.
What is the catchment area for Connell Co-Op College?
No fixed boundary. When Connell Co-Op College is oversubscribed, Manchester allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How big are the classes at Connell Co-Op College?
Classes at Connell Co-Op College average 19.7 pupils (2025/26).
How many pupils go to Connell Co-Op College?
Connell Co-Op College has around 918 pupils on roll. 42% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Connell Co-Op College?
Apply through Manchester's coordinated admissions process, naming Connell Co-Op College on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Connell Co-Op College?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 30 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 8 serious and 21 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise. 6 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Manchester is 22 (the median across 222 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Connell Co-Op College?
Connell Co-Op College is at 301 Alan Turing Way, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M11 3BS.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)