# Music Stuff — Manchester, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Founded:** 1999
- **Principal:** Andrew Portersmith

## Contact

- **Address:** 877 Ashton Old Road, Units 3&4 The Cuthbert Centre, Openshaw, Manchester
- **Phone:** 0161 220 9259
- **Website:** https://www.musicstuffeducation.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/manchester/music-stuff-13336

## About

A specialist independent school for secondary age children with social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), based in Greater Manchester. We provide a safe, calm, welcoming, and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Mar 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A Safe and Nurturing Environment: My daughter's transformation since joining Music Stuff Education has been remarkable. The school's focus on mental health and well-being resonates deeply with our family. The staff are approachable, and the communication with parents is excellent. I appreciate the emphasis on trauma-informed practices and the school's commitment to creating a positive learning environment. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — An Incredible School for My Son!: Music Stuff Education has been a game-changer for my son. The staff are kind, supportive, and truly care about each child's well-being. The facilities are excellent, and the programmes for SEMH students are tailored to meet their unique needs. My son has thrived since transferring to MSE. *(Feb 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed Feelings About Our Experience: We had a mixed experience at Music Stuff Education. The staff were generally supportive, and the facilities were good. However, we felt that the school could have been more responsive to our son's changing needs. While we appreciate the school's focus on SEMH, we found the programmes to be somewhat rigid. Overall, it was an okay experience, but not exceptional. *(Sep 2020)*

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