Greater Manchester Independent School

The history of Greater Manchester Independent School traces back to January 2017 when it was established as a small community initiative to counter and prevent anti-social behavior in North Manchester. Following its success, it evolved into a full-time alternative education environment, called 'Teenage Works.' This school catered to young individuals from North Manchester with emotional, social, and mental health issues who couldn't fit into mainstream education. In 2019, Teenage Works gained recognition as an Independent School, becoming a member of the Independent Schools Association. Operating across two sites in Manchester, and collaborating with numerous local enterprises and youth initiatives, Teenage Works for four years had 40 students full time, with over 95% transitioning to further education, training, or full-time jobs post-school. The institution employed more than 20 educators, tutors, and support personnel.

In 2022, the two campuses of Teenage Works were merged into a singular school facility in Failsworth. The following year, Louise Hodson, the founder and Executive Head of School, introduced a new aim and vision for the school - to become a non-profit institution. The intention behind this move was to widen the reach of the school and to offer specialist education and assistance to an increased number of young individuals in Greater Manchester.