The school first opened in 1966 on Owton Manor Lane and has since undergone major structural refurbishments and name changes, becoming Manor Community College in 2015.
Thousands of pupils have attended the school over the years. Can you spot anyone you know in our pictures below?
1. Light, camera, action
Pupils take to the stage in 1995 to perform a tribal dance routine for parents and visiting schools. Pictured from left: Peter Cowans, Laura Rollo, Stephanie Cox, John Lees (front), Leanne Webster and David Falconer. Photo: Other, third party
2. Manor comes out on top in fundraising efforts
Manor College of Technology, as it was then known, raised the most money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal out of all participating schools. Pictured with Rotary Club President, Ted Jackson, are (from left) pupils Natalie Henderson, Lauren Jiggins and Hannah Bew. Photo: Other, third party
4. They shoot, they score
Former professional footballer, Craig Hignett, presents year 11 school pupils with the town cup. Photo: Frank Reid