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Welcome...Welcome to the latest issue ofEducate where we take a look atthe proposed new generation ofschools run by parents andvoluntary groups, is this the wayforward for education?

Our focus group for this issuedebates whether, in today’ssociety where ready meals andconvenience foods are easilyavailable, our children are missingout on the basic skills of homeeconomics and the affects aschool dinner has on theirlearning.

We have all the latest school newsfrom primary to secondary,showcasing schools, teachers andstudents achievements, talentsand events.

Educate meets up with theteachers, Frances Harrison

of Notre Dame CatholicCollege for girls and discusses

their examination excellence. Wealso chat to newly appointedheadteacher, Alison Dearden ofShorefields Technology College onher plans to develop and buildupon the school’s progress andachievements.

Looking at children’s interiors wepick out inspiring and design ledfurnishings for their rooms.

Finally, we interview Liverpoolcyclist Matt Brammeier on hislatest triumph in becoming the2010 Irish Road Race Champion,as he reflects on his schooldays.

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09-11Wings of FreedomFree Schools

22-25Food for ThoughtSchool dinners and learning

34-35Meet the HeadteacherAlison Dearden, Shorefields TechnologyCollege

40Dear EducateHelp & Advice for parents

42-43Meet the HeadteacherFrances Harrison, Notre Dame CatholicCollege for the Arts

50-51Exam NewsA pictorial look atour record breakers

64-65Back to SchoolDesign led kids’rooms

67ViewpointWhy is it soimportant tohave new schoolbuildings?

70-71Where can we go?Out and about in Merseyside

72Book ReviewJennifer Dobson recommends

73Primary School Listings

88Secondary School Listings

94My school daysNational Cycling Champion Matt Bram-meier

News

12-14Culinarytreats

16-18Hats off toBobby

20Government cuts

26-28Canvas on the Sand

30-32Arresting dayfor pupils

36-38Tall ambitions

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46Diploma launch

48MusicalMerseyside

52Superstars celebrate

55Broadgreen’s Grand Slam

57Festival of success

59Celebratingachievement

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-Free schools – a new generation of schools

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The coalition government’s decision to put the setting up and runningof schools in the hands of parents takes the fashionable concept ofparental choice to its logical conclusion. While the country’s debtbrought the future of the previous government’s Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme into question, the options to improveeducational standards under the new government were always likelyto be more austere. However, advocates of the ‘free schools’ initiative,based on successful European and US counterparts, hope to showthat new buildings and resources are not the only ingredients for a successful, well-run school.


Free Schools

The visionThe government’s vision for ‘free schools’

hopes to raise the standards and

aspirations in state-funded schools by

allowing charities, universities, business,

educational groups, teachers, and groups

of parents to start up and manage new

schools in existing buildings, or on sites

they themselves find and seek to build

upon. While the academies established

under the previous government took

sponsors from all sectors to manage

their performance, and enjoyed certain

liberties, the free schools go further

by not requiring any local authority

involvement, including doing way with

the local authority’s seat on the school’s

governing body.

Ministers aim to remove the red tape

which would restrict school planning

to free up existing buildings and land

for use as a new school. The new schools

will enjoy new freedoms as publicly funded

independent schools, free from local

authority control and able to set their

own pay and conditions for staff, to divert

teaching from the National Curriculum

and to decide upon the lengths of the

school day and the school calendar’s

terms. Like other state schools, the

free schools will be held accountable

for the quality of their teaching through

inspections and tests. In the setting up

of a school, the proposers need to submit

their aims and objectives for the new

school, the main people and organisations

behind it, evidence of parental demand

via a petition and possible premises

that have been considered.

A detailed business plan is then

required with information regarding the

specifics of the curriculum and educational

aims, finer details of key people in the

running of the school, evidence for

viability of the school over a five-year

period, with evidence of a commitment

to meet national standards and a full

argument for the public value of all

start-up costs. With the greater freedoms

for the schools to cater for the needs

of pupils in their area, comes also

a greater responsibility at the parent

and governor level.

Longterm viewIn putting together its proposals for

the future of education, the current

government has made it clear that deficit

reduction is a primary consideration

for economic recovery; while money

will continue to be spent where needed,

the role of the private sector in controlling

construction costs and the role that

parents can play in schools will increase

in significance.

Of course, in any new policy for

education, the introduction of a new

system brings into question the potential

for a problematic two-tier system, with

the new free schools being favoured

over the academies and other state

schools by parents and pupils, leading

to government funding per pupil

being diverted away from

established schools.

While the academies

enjoy the status of offering

a specialism in at least one subject area,

the free schools’ ability to break away from

the National Curriculum will likely be

favoured by parents and pupils

disillusioned with the current system and

keen to restore either traditional values

through a classical education or to boost

resource allocation in a particular area like

sport. For academies or colleges with

specialist status which have wanted to

move in this direction for many years and

which have invested heavily in specialist

staff and resources, the competition they

face in the new free schools will

undoubtedly prove frustrating. With

competition for university places

increasing year on year, many parents may

see the free schools’ power to tailor their

child’s education as providing

a distinct advantage in university

applications, and in their job prospects.

Indeed, critics have already pointed

to the advantages presented in the free

school initiative to socially mobile parents

to take the reins in the running of a school

in the area in opposition to those living

in more deprived areas.

The historyThe current and previous government’s

desires to shake up the system and

raise standards has seen a number

of programmes implemented with these

aims. The ambitious Building Schools

for the Future (BSF), announced in 2004,

scheme aimed to rebuild or renew every

secondary school in England by 2020,

costing around £45bn. The initiative was

intended to create inspirational buildings

to enable all pupils to access new ways

of learning.

The advances in computer technology,

for example, created a demand for a new

way of designing classrooms – with the

awareness that new advances over the

next 50 years will require the plans to be

flexible. Staff, governors and pupils were

involved in the consultation process before

private contractors set to work, and critics

of the scheme commented that the plans

were too ambitious and moving too slowly

– citing the plans in more deprived areas

as examples. These local authorities were

already under pressure, and the challenge

to redesign its schools may often have

proved just too large. A Commission for

Architecture and the Built Environment

found that 52 of the 124 schools completed

said that 16 were poor in the quality of

building and design and that almost half

were mediocre. Stricter controls for the

schools built after 2007 provided higher

quality, but the costs of the scheme

had increased.

For those that were listed for work

but did not get on site before the new

government came into power, the exact

future of building work at those schools

remained uncertain until it was announced

that the coalition government wished to

prioritise the scheme wherever possible

in order to offer all schools a fair chance

in an increasingly competitive market.

Over 700 projects were temporarily

halted, and a review has been

commissioned to look at how future

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school building will continue. In Liverpool,

recipients of the BSF funding include

West Derby School for Boys which will

be enjoying a brand new building from

this September. It has been announced

that the BSF scheme will continue where

it is most needed, but if the government

receives enough interest in free schools

then clearly decisions about how money

in education is spent will need to be

made. A budget of £50m has already

been earmarked to fund the set-up of

free schools, and if take-up is on target

then the first wave of new schools is

expected to open in September 2011.

Overseas precedentsWhen compared with the expensive

BSF approach to education, which holds

the premise that a new school building

is necessary to raise aspirations, the free

schools initiative of setting up in older

buildings and relying on a passion for good

teaching, behaviour and quality is a much

cheaper and recession-friendly alternative.

In the US, the charter school provides

a model for the free school, set up with

a unique vision, autonomy in its running,

and accountable to its sponsor, parents

and pupils. The often talked about Swedish

model has met with international praise

for its success in educating generations

of youngsters. The introduction of Sweden’s

radical school choice policy in 1992 allows

private companies, charities, co-operatives

or voluntary groups to found schools and

receive state funding to run them, as long

as they meet basic standards, follow a core

curriculum and promote democratic values.

The number of pupils attending those

schools continues to rise, amounting to

eight per cent in the primary sector and

15 per cent at secondary level. While

competition for pupil places, in order to

attract more funding, would seem to be

a founding principle, the principal of one

such school, Anna-len Bengtsson, said that

diversity was a big factor in the school’s

success. The freedom of the school to follow

its vision and core Principle in education

unimpeded has raised the level of

competition in the area - neighbouring

state schools have to perform well to

continue attracting students. The problem

arises when funding for the state schools

decreases as numbers fall – the pupils at

the state schools must then experience

larger class sizes and fewer resources.

Any reliable study of the overall impact

on the Swedish education system has,

however, not yet been carried out.

Case studies Free schools proposed and currently

underway to being set up elsewhere in the

country have already begun to set out store,

with their founding principles drawing

in a response from interested parents and

prospective pupils, as well as teaching staff.

The West London Free School, set up by the

writer and journalist Toby Young, states

that it will offer ‘a classical curriculum, high

standards of behaviour and a competitive

atmosphere, but a non-selective intake.’

Sitting alongside Toby on the steering

committee of committed parents and

educators are a number of city high-flyers

from architects to diplomats, business

owners and an assistant headteacher.

Their common commitment to education

in the area, and their own passionate

recollections of their schools days is clear

from their roles, while their local knowledge

is paramount to how the school will be set

up to appeal to parents. Taking the

emphasis on classical subjects as a case

in point, and it’s a fair assumption that

ambitious parents will be the first to seek

pupil places. While one can only admire the

enthusiasm, energy and commitment of the

parents on this school’s steering committee,

it is evident that for pupils at schools in

other parts of the country – or even in other

parts of London – equivalent opportunities

to enjoy the advantages of this classical

education will be few and fare between.

The premier leagueWhether the new free schools will outstrip

other types of schools in exam results and

in the opportunities on offer has, of course,

yet to be seen. However, the chief executive

of Premier League – Richard Scudmore

– is keen to set up schools where the

curriculum is based around sport.

Looking at how even elite youth

players currently receive only five hours

of deliberate coaching time per week

in the Premier League academy system,

and the reasons for decades of

underperformance in international

tournaments is clear; the freedoms

provided by the setting up of a Premier

League free school could redress

this balance.

The critics Unfortunately, in many places across the

country, the take-up of funding for the running

of free schools has not been met with equal

enthusiasm. It wasreported in August that

while Gove claimed to have received 700

expressions of interest in the free schools idea,

only 62 of these have so far translated into

formal applications.

Unlike the Swedish model, where many

of the free schools are run by private

for-profit companies, the UK government’s

model will not permit profit to be made

from the scheme. This means that

philanthropic individuals and parents will

be called on to make sacrifices of their time

in order to establish and run the schools.

In Liverpool, the response to the free schools

has been decidedly muted and the planning

department at the city council has reported

no proposals submitted as yet for any changes

of use in buildings across the city, or for new

free schools to be built.

While the physical changes, however,

are yet to come to fruition in our city’s evolving

educational provision, a new vista has opened

on the learning landscape; where seeds may

have fallen on dry ground, their shoots may

still serve to foster a new generation of ideas

as aspirations for our children’s future.

Quick LinksFor more information on how to set up a free school, visit

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“free schools’ ability to break away from

the National Curriculum”


Primary School News

Children from St Nicholas CE PrimarySchool were able to step into the shoesof their favourite TV chefs as they tookpart in Junior Chefs’ Academy.

The school hall was transformed into acookery school and the children donnedaprons and chefs’ hats to create healthy,culinary treats, which they took home toshare with their families.

The children really enjoyed the sessions,Molly Bartlett aged 11 said: “I really likedmaking the St Nicholas Berry Stack and thechef taught us about fruits I’d never heard ofbefore. I’m going to ask my Mum to buy someof them for me. It was fantastic fun.”

Ishbel Skea aged 6 agreed: “It was greatfun. We got to cook a lovely healthy pudding.I’m going to try and make it at home.”

Headteacher, Becky Woods said, “Teachinglife skills is really important in our school. Wewanted to give the children a real enthusiasmfor cookery so that they will hopefully gohome and ask to help prepare simple, healthymeals with their mums and dads”.

Culinary treatsPupils are cooking up a storm

Leading the wayAKnowsley primary that was once earmarked for help to raisestandards has been given a glowing report by school inspectors.

A report by education watchdogs Ofsted described Park View inHuyton as a “good school” that is “very well led” by headteacher JimmyShaw.

The three inspectors who visited the school said the school shared hisvision and “all staff contribute to outstanding levels of care, guidance andsupport. Those with special educational needs are “supported so well intheir learning that they make good and sometimes outstanding progress”.

The 290 pupils make good progress and vulnerable children that hadpoor attendance now make it to school much more regularly.”

The report also said: “The school has moved on greatly in just over fouryears. From languishing in special measures, it is now a vibrantcommunity which knows its purpose and how to achieve success

“Headteacher, Jimmy Shaw, said: “Everyone at Park View has workedhard to raise standards and improve attendance and behaviour and thisreport proves we have achieved this.

“The Governors, staff and parents were all praised by the inspectorsand their findings are proof that it is possible to transform the fortunes ofa school when it is struggling”.


Primary School News

Ice, ice babyLiverpool may have a future Olympicskater in the shape of Morgan Jonesfrom St Vincent’s Primary School,who in the space of just twelvemonths has passed the ten nationalgrades at the sport.

‘She tried for three months to pass oneof the grades,’ said mum Lisa, who is ateacher at St Vincent’s, and took up thesport with her daughter. ‘I’m so proud ofher. She was really persistent.’ Morganwould like to someday take part in theOlympics, before opening her own icerink in Liverpool.

Staff and pupils of Great Crosby Primary School, Sefton recently marked the150th anniversary of their school. The school marked the occasion withcollaborative art works and an exhibition, as well as a celebratory book tochart its history.

“The pupils worked across the curriculum areas, investigating the history of theschool within the context of its local environment and history, whilst also looking atworld history over the last 150 years,” said Mary Corbet on behalf of the school. “As acommemoration to celebrate the school’s anniversary the pupils produced artworksthroughout the school and their local environment. Artists worked collaborativelywith the staff, pupils, church and community members to demonstrate the school’shistory through art, music, photography and a range of activities.”

History in themakingSchool celebrates 150 years

Three girls from Class 4B at Stanfield Mixed Infants and Junior Girls’School in Crosby have forgone their usual birthday gifts from theirfriends and asked them to contribute the money to charity.

After enjoying the joint birthday party, the philanthropists, Harriet Oakes,Ellen Jones and Charlotte Pickthall donated over £440 to the WaterlooPartnership which will provide enough money for four vulnerable children inthe Waterloo area of Sierra Leone to attend school for one year.

The money Harriet, Ellen, Charlotte and their friends raised will coveruniform, educational resources, school fees and a small amount formaintenance. This will really change the four children’s lives and give themthe opportunity for a brighter future away from poverty.

Being aware of the benefits of their own education, the girls are now hopingthat other people will follow in their footsteps and raise money to help childrenaround the world gain more access to education and work towards a betterfuture.

Education a gift for life


Primary School News

World Cup WondersMaking up for England’s mistakesEngland’s footballers may havedisappointed in South Africa but theteam took the title in an alternativecontest nearer home.

Primary pupils in Knowsley stagedtheir own World Cup as part of a projectto learn more about the world.

An ‘England’ team of junior pupilsfrom St Aloysius in Huyton beat ‘Spain’4 – 1 in the final, which was refereed bythe premiership’s Chris Foy.

Professional players and managers,including Kevin Lynch, manager ofMarine FC and John Coleman, managerof Accrington Stanley and two of hisplayers, Peter Murphy and Jimmy Ryan,coached the school’s teams.

Kevin Lynch is on the school’sgoverning body and John Coleman is aformer teacher at the school.

“I think the main thing they learntwas how much the people of the worldrely on each other,“ said Sheryl Wrigley,deputy head teacher at St Aloysius.

“We need each other and it’simportant that we understand thecultures, beliefs and customs of othersand value everyone’s contribution.

“The children did their own researchand it was a real eye opener. For many ofthem, their experience is containedwithin their own neighbourhood.”

The two week project is part of theInternational Primary Curriculum and the

World Cup was a topical peg to hang thestudy on.

“The children wore the team of thecountries they were representing and thenational anthems were played before thematches began.

“The winners were presented with

replicas of the World Cup and weshowered them in confetti and gavethem a children’s version of champagne.– It was a lovely experience.”

In the infants final, Argentina beatItaly 6-1 and in the girls’ junior finalHolland beat Portugal 1-0.

Premiership referee Chris Foy leads out St Aloysius primary pupils to their‘World Cup’ flanked by Accrington Stanley players Jimmy Ryan and PeterMurphy

Arts Gold for NorthcoteSchool recognised for their excellence

Northcote Primary School, Walton arecelebrating after being awarded ArtsmarkGold in recognition of the schools commitmentto, and excellence in arts education.

Northcote have taken part in several artcompetitions and have been involved in many artinitiatives over the past few years.

Headteacher, Roy Morgan, said: “We aredelighted that the Arts Council has recognized ourdynamic arts education programme. Artsmark ismore than simply a mark of distinction to us; takingpart in the scheme has enabled our students tobecome more self-confident, engaged and excitedabout learning.

“This provision was also acknowledged duringour recent Ofsted inspection, and contributedtowards the grade that we achieved - good withoutstanding features”.


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Hats offto BobbyEmily meets new mascot

Earlier in the year the Force's YouthEngagement team invited all primaryschool children to enter acompetition to design a new forcemascot.

The team received thousands ofentries, of all kinds of characters andanimals from a "crime fighting cucumberto "Mr Dorange the Orange" but therecould only be one winner - 10-year-oldEmily Aston from Much Woolton RCPrimary School in Woolton.

The panel picked Emily's design of amascot, in the shape of a police officershat, because of its uniqueness andappeal to small children. The judgingpanel included a senior police officer anda pupil from Monkstown primary school.

Bobby the mascot will now be used totour primary schools across Merseysideto teach children about personal androad safety when they are out and about.

Youth Engagement Inspector Colin

Lewis said: "We picked Emily's design,not only because of her great drawingbut also because of Bobby's specialappeal to children.

"This competition was a great way forour schools officers to engage withprimary school children from across thecounty. Feedback from the schools wasterrific, the children really enjoyed takingpart in the competition and it gaveschools the opportunity to talk to thechildren about the role of the police.

"We hope Emily will be excited to seeher design brought to life. Bobby willnow be on the road with ourneighbourhood officers all overMerseyside."

Emily was presented with a drawingset and a miniature of her mascot andher school received a supply of artmaterials. Emily also saw her designunveiled for the first time as a full sizedmascot.

Assistant Chief Constable Helen King, Emily Aston and Bobby the Mascot

Pupils area shiningexampleTwo health-conscious pupils fromSt Christopher’s Primary School,Speke recently made history whenthey took centre stage at theLiverpool Lord Mayor’s Pageant.

11-year-olds Shaunna West andEthan Doran where the first classmatesever chosen to be the Queen and Kingat the recent Lord Mayor’s Pageant.

The pair were chosen for their role increating a new community garden atSt Christopher’s, a project fundedthrough a Liverpool Year of Health andWellbeing grant.

The pupils were treated as specialVIP’s for the day and fitted withspecially designed royal costumes andaccompanied the new Lord Mayor asthey processed through Liverpool CityCentre.

Councillor Hazel Williams, the newLord Mayor, said: “I wanted this specialday to be a celebration of Liverpool’syoung people and their role in the city’sYear of Health and Wellbeing.

“I’m delighted for Shaunna andEthan – I can’t think of a better rewardfor their efforts to improve the qualityof life for so many people than to getthe royal treatment on Liverpool’sbiggest civic occasion”.


Primary School News

Pupils get growingSchool recognised for their excellence

Pupils from Sudley Road JuniorSchool, Liverpool have been gettingtheir hands dirty recently, all in agood cause.

The school set up a gardening club for8 and 9 year olds in which to grow theirown salads, herbs and vegetables. Thepupils then sold on their produce toparents at the schools summer fayre.

Assistant headteacher Sharon Bradysaid: “The pupils first heard aboutgrowing their own produce through theRoyal Horticultural Society’s ‘Get YourGrown-ups Growing’ (GYGG) campaign.

“By signing up for the project wereceived a gardening pack provided bythe RHS, we used local resources to helppupils get the most from their garden tobenefit both the children and the widercommunity.

“The children have really enjoyedgrowing their own vegetables and herbsand at the same time raising funds for theGardening Club by selling there produce”.

Sowing theseeds ofprideChildren from Four OaksCommunity Primary School inAnfield have been encouraged totake pride in their environmentby planting their own hangingbaskets.

As part of its bid to makeneighbourhoods cleaner, greener andsafer, housing association Riversidefunded the workshop, which tookplace in Stanley Park and was led bya Liverpool City Council Park Ranger.

Malika Horsman from Four OaksSchool said: “What a wonderfulexperience for the children in Year 2.Having the opportunity to plant suchbeautiful flowers in their ownhanging baskets and taking themhome with pride gave them a senseof ownership. The parents weredelighted and promised to look afterthe plants.” Liverpool City CouncilPark Ranger Mike Flood added: “Thechildren had a great time and lovedthe hands on experience of makingthe baskets and learning how to lookafter them.“

Scouse PacificFrom the school that broughtyou such hit musicals as ‘TheSound of Music’ and ‘The Kingand I’ Monksdown PrimarySchool, Norris Green recentlypresented another amazingproduction entitled ‘ScousePacific’.

This year’s production had acast of over 100 children and soldout on all of the three eveningsperformances.

Musical Director, Gill Stewart,said: “The children are a verytalented group, working togetherwith great enthusiasm andenjoyment and the support fromfamily and friends has beenexcellent.

“This year we had amongst ourVIP guests Cllr Hazel Williams,Lord Mayor of Liverpool and theAssistant Chief Constable ofMerseyside Police, Helen King,who I believe both totally enjoyedthe performance.

“The show was based on aentertaining Scouse version ofSouth Pacific and I must say, oneof our best and is destined to godown in Monksdown folk law”.


Primary School News

Helping kids feelsafe and soundAnti bullying song raises important messageA songwriter has used his talents tohelp Liverpool school children getacross an important anti bullyingmessage.

Paul Browne has written and produceda song called Safe and Sound with yearthree children from Kirkby C of E PrimarySchool.

The project which has been funded byKnowsley Housing Trust - where Paul hasworked as a plasterer for 29 years.

He approached KHT for help with hisidea and they paid for the 35 children torecord their song in a studio earlier thisyear.

Paul now hopes the CD can be used toraise money for anti bullying charitiesand help empower children who may besuffering at the hands of a bully.

Father of three Paul, aged 45, fromKirkby, has been writing songs – mainlydance music - for the last six years andhas had 40 songs published on 20 dancemusic compilations.

Paul, whose children have all attendedKirkby C of E, said: “I had written thesong as I really wanted to use it to getacross the message that children shouldbe allowed to live their lives without fearand be safe in their own playgrounds.

“I saw some terrible bullying when Iwas at school and today it seems thedynamic of bullying is changing andthere are even more ways – likeFacebook and text messages – for bullies

to reach children.“We had a brilliant day in the studio. It

would be great if we could get otherschools involved to record their own ver-sion of the song. I want this song to helpgive children back some of theconfidence that bullies take away fromthem.

Jeff McMaster, from KHT, said: “We arealways looking for ways that we can helpto improve our communities.

“Paul came to us with a great idea anda really important message. The song isbrilliant and we hope it can be used toreach children being bullied who mayfeel they have nowhere to turn.”

Paul Browne with year three children from Kirkby C of E Primary school

Bosco victorious at GoodisonSt John’s Bosco, Sefton, were celebrating after their Year 4 teamdefeated Sudley Primary School 4-3 to win the Everton AcademyFootball Tournament Grand Final at Goodison Park.

St John’s went in front after star striker Joe Gregory chipped thegoalkeeper. Sudley equalised right on half time with a free kick, andsoon went in front. But St John’s regained the lead through Gregory andFreddie Ralph. Gregory then made it 4-2 to get his hat-trick. Sudleypulled one back, but it was Bosco’s day, as they won 4-3.

Ralph, who got Bosco’s third goal, was overjoyed. He said: “I feltamazing as I went up to collect my winner’s medal in front of ourscreaming fans. What a day I will remember for the rest of my life.”

Bosco’s Headteacher Danny McAveray summed up the philosophy ofthe school, and the importance of the occasion: “Taking part and tryingyour best can help you achieve memories that will stay with you for life.Not just in football, but in all that you do. We try our best to foster a"Have a go culture" in our school.”

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LIVERPOOL’S £350 millionsecondary school buildingprogramme has been scrapped bythe government.

Plans for 26 schools to be rebuilt orcompletely modernised have beenscrapped - although it is possible thatnew Academy schemes in Garston(New Heys and St Benedicts) andCroxteth (De La Salle) may get the goahead, depending on the outcome of areview in October.

Councillor Jane Corbett, (right),Cabinet Member for Education said:“This was one of the blackest days foreducation in Liverpool and I am soangry and disappointed for ourchildren.

“Our plans to completely transformsecondary education across the citywere well developed, and had beenyears in the making. The EducationSecretary has axed them at a stroke.

“This £350 million much neededinvestment in our children’s future bycreating wonderful, modern schools fitfor the 21st century has been cruellyaxed by the government.

“We will be fighting tooth and nailto secure what investment we canand taking the message toWestminster that Liverpool cannotafford to be without significantinvestment in its schools.”

A total of £4 million has alreadybeen spent on preparing for BuildingSchools for the Future, and thereorganisation of secondary schools inthe city was based around the project.

Tim Warren, assistant executivedirector at Liverpool City Council,added: “This is devastating news forour Building Schools for the Futureprogramme, which would have beenthe biggest investment ever in thecity’s schools.

“We have spent three yearsdeveloping our plans in conjunctionwith headteachers, staff, young peopleand local communities. There hasbeen a massive investment of timeand resources in building an effectivebid which the government earlier thisyear signed off.

“These plans would havetransformed education in Liverpool,creating new state of the art facilitiesbenefiting tens of thousands of youngpeople and giving them the skills theyneed to get decent jobs.

“It would have also helped the

ongoing regeneration of the citybecause decent schools help buildsolid communities where people wantto live.

A top-level delegation has alreadybeen secured to lobby the governmentabout the importance of the scheme,after West Derby MP Stephen Twiggspoke to MPs at the Houses ofParliament about Liverpool’sprogramme.

Building work on the six schemesunder Wave 2 of Building Schools forthe Future, worth around £150 millionand currently under construction, isnot affected.

Government cuts£350 million BSF scheme to be scrapped

Councillor Jane Corbett

More money forcycle trainingGovernment funding for cycle sessionsThe Government has announcedthat it will provide £465,000 worthof funding to continue cycletraining in Merseyside schools, dueto the region’s commitment tocycling initiatives.

Due to the funding, provided byCycling England (under its Bikeabilitytraining scheme), cycle training will beoffered to 11,640 more pupils in Years 5and 6 for the remainder of 2010.

Such sessions will be catered to theirability, and begin with basic cyclingand balancing skills, before progressingto on-road training.

Nine out of ten children who haveundergone the training now cycle atleast once a week in their spare time,and parents and guardians believe thatthese pupils are more knowledgeable ofroad safety and other travel hazards.

TravelWise Officer Jane Moore said“These courses give a real boost tocycling in the region and providingcycle training to school pupilsincreases skills and confidence and inturn leads to many becoming regularcyclists.

Moore added, “Cycling is both a healthy and environmentally-friendly way to travel, aswell as a fun way to get around. Cycle training schemes are essential if we want toencourage more people to get out on their bike in the future. Cycling can help create ahealthy, low carbon city for the future.”


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“an outstanding school”

Historically, children were fed a hot meal

at school, but do schools still need to

provide hot meals?

BL: School meals are paramount, and lunch

should really be seen as another lesson in

the day. Parents today are busier than ever,

and many children, especially teenagers,

skip breakfast.

GE: It’s true that for many children,

their lunch at school may be their only

hot meal that day. The school day is very

busy, but the lunch period offers 40 minutes

where the boys can get some quality

food and sit down to enjoy it – developing

crucial social skills - and we encourage

that by keeping the pupils on site and

offering a choice of a hot meal or

a salad bar.

How important is the price of a school

meal?

RD: What really interests me is why

children who qualify for a free meal at

school, don’t take that up, and why those

who pay don’t choose to spend their money

in the school canteen. Professor Martin

Caraher gave a lecture at Liverpool

University on how school pupils are

spending their lunch money, and he said

that 10 per cent of children don’t buy

school meals due to their perception

of what’s value for money. There’s plenty

of competition for the £1/£2 in shops

on the journey to and from school.

BL: For teens, value for money might

be the most that they can get rather

than the quality/type of food.

RD: It seems to be about quantity.

GE: I can see this attitude with some

of our students, with the value for money

option often being the less healthy choice –

but we have some sort of control over this

in that they aren’t allowed to purchase

those items during the school day. We have

a system to track the students who are

eligible for a free school meal, and to see

if they aren’t using that and to find out

why. We have found that parents appreciate

being informed about this.

BL: There’s no longer a stigma associated

because of the electronic system, but the

problem is if the parents don’t want their

children to sign up even if they’re eligible.

That may be because they didn’t eat school

dinners themselves, but if they don’t

even look at what might be on offer

then they’re missing out.

What are the problems with school meals?

RD: One study I heard said that kids were

saying that the school meal had become

too healthy, to the point where the food

was no longer recognizable as the kind

of meal they’d have at home. It’s as though

it had gone full circle from turkey twizzlers

to sausages made with sweetcorn – and

some children are seeking out food they

want to eat elsewhere.

BL: We’re very lucky here as the majority

of schools in Liverpool have made a

sustained effort and a conscious decision

to keep the costs of school meals very low

to encourage the take-up of school meals,

with prices varying from £1.55 to £2.35 –

with the larger figure here only appearing

in one school. As food prices and the cost

of labour increases that may prove difficult

to sustain, but at the moment our figures

are some of the most affordable nationally.

The School Lunch Grant was a huge help

to schools, but with that ceasing, some

schools will have to raise their prices

drastically.

GE: We do our best to keep the prices

down, and it’s a topic the School Council

always bring up at meetings.

Do free school meals make a difference

to families; how important are they?

GE: We find that our Year 9 has the lowest

percentage of entitlements for free school

meals while Year 7 has the largest, but all

of the pupils are tracked so that we can

ensure they are taking up the offer of the

free lunch. I think the message is getting

out there; parents do need to be informed

so that they can sign up.

BL: They do, but there are a number of

families who don’t know that they are

entitled to them. In Liverpool, there were

something like 1,500 families who should

have been signed up, but weren’t. We’ve

targeted those families with a campaign,

in partnership with the benefits agency,

to sign them up for the free school meals,

and it’s been a real success so far. After

the first mail shot an additional 798 children

were signed up for free school meals.

Where there’s more than one child in a

family, the cost of paying for school meals

can be significant. The bigger problem is

that there are, according to recent

published stats, estimated to be one million

children living in poverty who don’t qualify

for free school meals, and because the

government hasn’t extended the eligibility

to more families free school meals those

children on the cusp are the hardest hit.

Their parents might not be able to stretch

to pay for a school meal every day over

the course of a week, and so those

children miss out on that experience for

economic reasons.

How are schools and the local authority

informing parents about accessing free

school meals?

BL: This term we’re bringing someone

from the benefits agency into schools in

areas of deprivation to run workshops

and drop in sessions to answer parents’

questions. There is also a system for

schools to check if pupils are eligible but

it needs a lot of admin support – so this

should be a real boost.

How important is school lunchtime in

teaching children social skills, and about

a healthy diet?

GE: We make a point of making the boys

sit down at lunchtime, precisely for them

to interact socially – it can’t be

underestimated.

BL: It’s so important. We have a generation

of people who are lost, in that they don’t

understand the importance of sitting down

together – and those people are parents of

the children in school now. They don’t have

the social or the cooking skills to pass on.

RD: There is a study that came out which

said that around 44 per cent of the middle

classes no longer cook at home, and that

rises to 57 per cent among the working

classes. If you apply these figures to our city,

you’re looking at 60 per cent of people,

200,000 people who don’t eat a home cooked

meal. They may not even sit down together,

it may be a takeaway, or eaten on the go.

BL: It’s not just in areas of deprivation

Focus Group

There’s a generation of young adults at university, in work, or becoming parentsthemselves who were not taught basic home economics at school. In a societywhere ready meals and convenience foods are easily available, vital skills are not being passed on to children, with knock-on effects for their diet, behaviour and social skills. We assembled a panel of experts who work with children,schools and families to find out how school meals can make a difference.

On our panel at HoSt on Hope Street were Robbie Davison of Can Cook Studioat the Matchworks in Speke, the initiative to get families cooking and contractedby the PCT to supplement the teaching of cookery in 24 secondary and 10 primaryschools between now and March 2011, Bernadette Lee, school food programmemanager from Healthy Schools at Liverpool City Council, and Gary Evans,deputy headteacher at West Derby School for Boys which was recently awardedoutstanding by OFSTED.

Educate’s roundtable

“We make a point of making the boys sit down at lunchtime,precisely for them to interact socially – it can’t beunderestimated”

Gary Evans


Focus Group

because affluence means that people don’t

cook, because they don’t need to – they

can afford a takeaway.

RD: That’s why sitting down at school is

all the more important. Food is a fuel, but

it’s also more than that – meal times are

social times for families, and relationships.

Sainsbury’s has also recently hosted a

debate which saw one side argue that no

one will be cooking at all in 30 years’ time

because people will choose convenience

over cooking.

GE: That’s interesting because, until this

year, we haven’t had food technology on

the timetable as we didn’t have kitchens

on site. Our new school building will have

these facilities and the boys are really

excited about that. They want to learn to

cook. For those who won’t have it on the

timetable, they’ve signed up for after

school classes. But for years now, we have

done a survey on how healthy our Year 7

pupils are, and amongst the other

questions of their exercise habits, we ask

what are their favourite meals. The

answers are always things like roast

dinners, spaghetti Bolognese, pasta, chilli,

- all simple stuff. We take this info to ask

the canteens to provide it at lunchtime.

They don’t just want pizzas and chips all

the time - they like things that can be

cooked simply at home.

RD: We did a survey of our clients on what

would be a ‘Northern Great Dish’ – and

shepherd’s pie, sausage and mash, roast

dinner and lasagne all tied – but who

would have thought that? The point is that

our diet is so varied but we’re not cooking

our own food anymore!

Are packed lunches a popular choice?

GE: We have a number of boys who eat a

packed lunch, but it’s not an area we

police although we don’t allow fizzy drinks.

Saying that, it’s not as if the boys just eat

sweets – it all seems to be sandwiches,

fruit, etc. Across the school we’ve really

pushed drinking water for hydration and

sports – and that’s worked really well with

the boys. I think that the popularity of the

packed lunch seems to be that there’s no

queue, so there’s more time after lunch to

play sport.

BL: It does work for lots of schools to allow

packed lunches, and it’s not about policing

what children eat – despite what the

papers might have us believe. I’ve seen

a lot of packed lunches, and I’d say that

on the whole you’re seeing mum’s love

in a box, packed lovingly. For some parents

in primary school it’s about having some

control over their child, and if they didn’t

have a good relationship with school

themselves then they want to make sure

that their child doesn’t experience the

same problems – which is when they

might resist a headteacher asking parents

not to send in fizzy drinks, fatty food, etc.

How does good food affect behaviour?

GE: We encourage the boys through the

curriculum, PSE, etc, to live a healthy

lifestyle but the only food policing we do

is to ban fizzy drinks. We say to the boys

that water is brain fuel, and we have a

number of water fountains around the

school. The banning of the vending

machine has made a big difference in

reducing behavioural referrals in schools

across the UK. The sugar really did affect

the children.

BL: Recent reports show that since

Jamie Oliver got involved in school meals,

attendance, behaviour and attainment

has improved right across the board – and

that’s down to better nutrition.

GE: We’re lucky in that many of our boys

are keen sportsmen and they take pride

in drinking water and eating well.

There’ve been worrying figures in the

past that only one per cent of packed

lunches contain recommended nutritional

values. Do parents need educating in

this area?

RD: When it comes to packed lunches

I have to ask whether it’s an aspiration

of parents or a convenience. In deprived

areas, fewer children take a lunch box

to school – it’s not the norm. I do believe

in them, and that they can be healthy –

there’s a fantastic box and recipe book in

Utility on Bold Street. Carrot sticks and

celery thought – it just doesn’t resonate

with a large proportion of children and

families. I don’t think it needs to be

encouraged as such, but where families

want to do it, it needs to reflect family

eating trends, and be normal. The problem

is when families no longer cook, but they

don’t want to send the child out with

packets of crisps in a lunch box, or the

same sandwiches every day, but when

raw vegetable pieces chopped up just look

too weird.

BL: Historically, the packed lunch was

something a working man took out with

him, and when they were introduced in

schools it was deemed by parents a less

costly option, and it fitted in with other

meals over the course of the day or week,

and was a healthy option because it was

mum’s home cooking. Previously, children

either had a school dinner or went home

at lunchtime. Today, cooking at home has

altered and people are buying in all our

food, and celebrity chefs are telling people

to be healthy, so parents are buying carrots

sticks etc, and that’s the vicious circle.

We produce materials to help parents

put together a healthy lunch box,

if that’s what they want to do.

RD: Then you end up with the ‘food police’

and monitoring lunch boxes. What we say

at Can Cook is that we have a healthier

approach, but not a healthy approach.

We don’t want to tell people how to live

their lives. What I want is to get people

in deprived areas cooking again, and

eating food that they want to eat.

How keen are pupils on cooking and

eating home cooked food, rather than

takeaways?

BL: Jamie Oliver, Simon Rimmer, have all

raised the profile of what we eat. That’s

what Can Cook is doing, by getting people

excited about the basics.

GE: The celebrity chef Simon Rimmer came

into the school last term and worked with

some of the pupils, and they had a fantastic

time. This school year we have a whole new

school building because we were recipients

of the Building Schools for the Future

funding, and it will be kitted out with

kitchens and preparation areas so that food

technology can be put onto the curriculum.

We’ve already had a fantastic response from

the boys, and they’re really excited about

learning to cook. When I was at school,

when I wanted to choose cookery as an

option I was told I couldn’t take a girls’

subject – that would never happen now.

Food technology has changed.

RD: There’s an issue with food technology

as, in my experience, it’s often the case

that the teacher doesn’t actually know that

much about food or cooking. We go into

loads of schools, and all the kids love it,

perhaps because we go straight into the

practical. We look at flavours, putting things

together, and one teacher told me that in

two sessions we’d taught the children more

than they would have learnt over the whole

course. There will be some pupils who you

can see have a real passion for cooking

and that’s fantastic – but it’s not elitist.

In my experience, cooking is something

that everyone at any age and from all

walks of life can become excited about,

and learning to cook food that you want

to eat – whether it’s a roast dinner or

something you like to order at a takeaway –

means that all the family can get involved.

GE: I admire our head of DT because

she has retrained as a food technology

teacher – and she’s an incredible teacher.

We need staff who can cook, and who

can teach.

BL: Food stretches right across the

curriculum, from primary to secondary,

it helps you learn about mathematics,

weighing and measuring, it fits into

geography looking at where the

ingredients come from. It’s a fantastic

starting point.

Tasty Stats…?• One in five children, 1.8 million are

currently eligible for a free school meal.

• One million children living in poverty do not qualify for a free school meal.

• A school meal is the only hot meal in the day for one in four children.

• 20% of children do not claim their free school meal.

• 10% of children do not purchase a school meal because of the cost.

• Children on average spend £1.01 on the way to school and 74p on the way home, the majority of this on chocolate, crisps and canned drinks.

• Nationally there are an average of 25 outlets where this money may be spent in the vicinity of each school.

• The average which parents pay for a school meal is £1.84 per day.

(Source: Food Poverty and Inequality: The growth of hunger in the UK. A lecture by Professor MartinCaraher, Centre for Food Policy, City University,London on 13 May 2010.)

Contact the Food in Schools Team

on 0151 330 8351 or Liverpool Healthy

Schools on 0151 233 3901, or for more

on these issues take a look at

www.schoolfoodtrust.org.uk.

Our panel enjoyed freshly cooked Pan

Asian cuisine courtesy of HoSt on Hope

Street, from steamed fillet of sea bass

with yellow beans and stir fried greens

to butterfly chicken with Thai curry

risotto and seaweed.

See www.ho-st.co.uk for the full

menu, and book a table on

0151 708 5831.

“Food is a fuel, but it’salso more than that –meal times are socialtimes for families, and relationships.”

Robbie Davison

“We’re very lucky hereas the majority ofschools in Liverpoolhave made asustained effort and a conscious decision to keep the costs ofschool meals very low to encourage thetake-up of schoolmeals”

Bernadette Lee

Robbie Davison of Can Cook Studio at theMatchworks in Speke

Bernadette Lee, school food programmemanager from Healthy Schools at LiverpoolCity Council

Gary Evans, deputy headteacher at West Derby School for Boys

Recipe for Success



Secondary School News

Crosby Beach recently became anart canvas as pupils from a num-ber of schools created hugedrawings out of sand.

The designs were done in con-junction with Liverpool’s ‘On TheWaterfront’ culture events, whichwere held later in the summer.

The first of the two drawingsappeared in May, when pupils fromCalderstones High School teamedup with ‘Sand In Your Eye’ to designa picture known as The Dancer, toacknowledge the celebration ofinternational dance that took placein the second weekend of the Water-front showcase.

The following day, it was HollyLodge High School’s turn to workwith Sand In Your Eye to draw adove, painted by recent Picasso.

This was themed around thePicasso: Peace and Freedom exhibi-tion, at TATE Liverpool.

Both images were measured at 20metres by 40 metres, and their cre-ation were recorded for a film to beused in the run-up to and during theWaterfront events.

Beforehand, Councillor WendySimon (Liverpool’s Culture andTourism Cabinet member) said:“This was a great opportunity for ouryoung people to get directlyinvolved in one of the city’s majorcultural events for 2010.

“It was a wonderful chance forthem to work with some top qualityartists and make sure ‘On the Water-front’ has a truly local flavour.”

Canvas on the SandSchools create beach drawings in Crosby

School adoptBolivian rainforestBroughton Hall has adopted an acre ofBolivian rainforest as part of a conserva-tion programme that raises funds for thepreservation of threatened and endan-gered rainforests habitats around theworld.

This was made possible by their participa-tion in the Generation Green project.

The school have a certificate of adoptionwhich identifies the fact that they haveadopted an acre in a rainforest of 1.6 millionacres, so there are plenty to go around.



Drama students from ArchbishopBlanch School, took part in theunique and wonderful, specially com-missioned promenade drama“Walking Through Windows”.

The performances focused on revolu-tionary women of the 19th century andtook place at the Liverpool AnglicanCathedral. It was a sell-out success andwas the first of its kind to be stagedthere.

The piece on Elizabeth Fry featuredYear 12 Drama girls and was written byformer St Edmund’s girl and twiceBAFTA nominated writer of 'Cranford'and 'Lilies', Heidi Thomas, who wasdeeply moved by the performance.

Nine Year 9 pupils from the school’sDrama Club performed their own devisedpiece on the steps of the Welsford Porchon Liverpool-born Anne Clough, who rev-olutionised higher education and becamethe first principal of the girls' NewnhamCollege, Cambridge .

Walking Through WindowsStudents host special commisioned drama

Bombs awayPupils sweet smell of success

The pupils of Bellerive Collegehave been taking part in a weeklong Applied Learning Week tolearn about the many facets ofindustry and technology.

One group of pupils from theLower School learned how to design,mould and market a new ‘bath-bomb’ for the cosmetic industry. Theweek culminating in a one-offDragon’s Den.

“They were amazing,” said EileenMcCue, on behalf of Bellerive. “Theyexplored every aspect of the prod-uct’s development.”

Another group of 30 pupils tookpart in a week-long Space Camp, ledby the physics Dept; where theyexplored the complexities of space-flight and rocketry, and life in aZero-G environment – simulated bya giant ‘Space Ball’. The weekrounded off with a trip to the Sci-ence Museum in London.

“The teachers were delighted withthe enthusiasm of the group,” saidEileen. “They had over 400 applica-tions from pupils wanting to join theCamp”.



Caught oncameraThe internationalphotographer FrancescoMellini took time out to judgethe photography skills ofShorefields Year 11 studentswho had worked on the AlderHey photographic project.

Shorefields’ students becameinvolved in this project whenLAING approached the schoolrather than a professional agencyto produce images for their bid toredevelop the Alder Hey HospitalSite. The brief the students had,was to produce images thatwould raise the spirits of childrenwho had spent a period of time inhospital.

Francesco, known for hisimages around music, popculture and the arts, was hugelyimpressed with the work that thestudents had produced.

“The work showed thatstudents were using photographyto view the world in a differentway and many of the imageshighlighted a real talent”.

As ever in such events,choosing the winner from suchsuperb photographs, is always adifficult task, but eventuallyFrancesco was able to come to adecision with Liam Gillam’sphotograph (above) taking firstprize.

Biology Olympiadmedal winnersTop marks for Crosby school

Left to right; Mustafa, Mark and Mrudul

Three Merchant Taylors’ Sixth FormBiologists have won gold and bronzemedals in the national BiologyOlympiads this term.

This is the first time the department atthe Crosby School has entered theesteemed competition under theleadership of Head of Department MrGioseppe Bonfante, and three medals is afantastic achievement. Mustafa Farooqiand Mrudul Bhatt came away withbronze medals and Mark Quigg took thetop award and walked away with a gold.

The future health of the nation is ingood hands as all three bright sparks alsohave offers to study medicine; with

Mustafa and Mrudul with coveted placesat Imperial College and UCL respectively,and Mark planning on attendingNewcastle.

All three boys did very well in exactlythe same subjects at A Level, eachgaining A*s in Biology, Mustafa gained5A* at A Level, Mrudel received 2A* 2A& 1B and Mark Quigg received 2A* &3A

Mr Bonfante said: “1000s of studentsfrom the best schools all over the countryenter the Olympiad so for us to have wonthree medals including gold is a greatachievement and the boys should bereally proud of themselves.”

St Edward’s LEPRA plaqueThe school community of St Edward’s College, Liverpool has beenacknowledged recently for their hard work to raise funds on behalf of thecharity LEPRA. This is the second year the College has raised over £1,000:this year taking part in a ‘Fun Workout’.

“St Edward’s community have collected £1312.47, which means 62 people sufferingfrom leprosy can be cured,” said Jacqui Fairbairn on behalf of LEPRA. “Theirfundraising efforts have once again been fantastic, and so shortly after theirinvolvement in collecting for Haiti and the Christmas appeals.”

Jacqui presented the school with a special plaque, to say thank you for all their hardwork.

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The staff and pupils of Archbishop Beck SportsCollege ended their school year with a rousing ‘LastNight at the Proms’ style concert at the LiverpoolPhilharmonic Hall.

Roger Philips from BBC Radio Merseyside joined theCollege, and representatives from their local partnerprimary schools, as well as parents and friends for theoccasion. The College’s Concert Band, along with theindividual ensembles and solo performers took centrestage for the evening.

“This past year the College has amassed a total of fourgold, four silver and three bronze medals at the LiverpoolFestival of Performing Arts,” said Assistant HeadteacherBruce Hicks. “I don’t think there was a better way to endthe year than with such a musical and visualextravaganza.”

Rousing end to asuccessful year

Arresting day for pupilsStudents meet their community

Students in Years 7, 8 and 9met their community duringa fun filled and interestingday at BroadgreenInternational School recently.

The event was supported byover 30 external agencies whichincluded Liverpool Council forVoluntary Service, Merseytravel,Merseyside Police, BerrybridgeHousing, Zoes Place, LiverpoolHeart and Chest Hospital, YoungAddaction to name but a few.Students had the opportunity toask lots of questions and learnhow these organisations supporttheir community.

Students also planned eventsto raise money for a charity oftheir choice. Some great ideaswere discussed includingsponsored silences, cake salesand car boot sales. In theafternoon students discussedproblems affecting their schoolcommunity, local communityand city community. They cameup with possible solutions.

The most common problemswill be taken forward at schoollevel (Governors),neighbourhood level(Neighbourhood ManagementGroup) and city level (CityCouncil through SchoolsParliament)



School strikes GoldAward to inspire pupilsArts Council England has awarded Artsmark Gold to Gateacre CommunityComprehensive School in recognition of the school’s commitment to, andexcellence in, arts education. Gateacre Community Comprehensive School ispart of the 1,676 schools in England who received an Artsmark award this year.

Gerard Lonergan, Head teacher of Gateacre, said: “I’m delighted that the ArtsCouncil has recognised Gateacre’s dynamic arts education programme. I’d like tothank all our staff for their hard work in achieving this award.”

Alan Davey, Chief Executive, Arts Council England, said: “Arts Council Englandbelieves that the earlier children are creatively inspired, the more likely they are tohave a lifelong engagement with art – something that can transform lives and giveyoung people a voice for their thoughts and feelings.”

“Artsmark - now nationally recognised as a prestigious and coveted award - setsthe standard for an outstanding arts provision in schools and it’s great to see so manynew schools attaining the Artsmark award this year. This award recognises GateacreSchools commitment to providing exciting art experiences and their belief in thepower of creativity.”

Designs onthe futureThree pupils from St Julie’s HighSchool will have their work displayedat the Liverpool Design Festival thisNovember.

The Year 10 students, all of whomstudy Graphics, entered the Design StarsCompetition, which requires youngpeople to come up with exciting, dynamicand artistic designs, in accordance with abrief set by a professional design team.

The brief was for a design thatcombined gritty, working class landmarksand architecture with the modern,creative cosmopolitan themes that emitvibrancy.

Catherine Bayley, Kate Bryson andRachel Teare decided on a CD featuringthe Liverpool Chamber Orchestra andcreated possible CD covers.

Now nine of their designs (three byeach student) will be publicly displayed atthe Liverpool Design Festival, which runsfrom November 17 to November 28.

Mr Radburn, the Subject Leader ofDesign and Technology at St Julie’s, hadthis to say: “This event attracts visitorsand designers from all over the countryand is an excellent platform to display thegirls work and to promote the highstandards of attainment achieved at StJulie's. Congratulations to all whosubmitted entries and to the three girlsshort listed.”

Assisi make their markSt Francis of Assisi High School have been crowned the winners ofMake Your Mark with a Tenner 2010 by some of Britain’s biggestbusinesses.

The competition, organised by Enterprise UK, gives its entrants £10,with a month to develop their ideas into a moneymaking business.

Assisi pupils came up with Wildflower Seeds, and “Change for Change”:to bring about environmental change, packs of seeds would be sold toraise money for a trip to New York, to spread their message of changeglobally.

After one month, the students had raise £405.50, and £200 in the form ofsponsorship from Iceland, earning the title of Best Business Idea.

Their prize consisted of a trophy, a visit from a leading entrepreneur tothe school, and £100 to expand on the ambitious yet successful concept.

Luciana Berger MP said: “I’m incredibly impressed with the studentsfrom the Academy of St Francis of Assisi. I’m sure that these students willbe the business leaders of the future and I wish them every success.”



St John’s Bosco recently enjoyed aday of mathematics, with adifference.

Year 11 students were given theopportunity to study their subject at abuilding synonymous with teachings andwise words – Anfield, the home ofLiverpool Football Club.

Pupils were involved in numerousmathematics workshops throughout theday, and helped the students in a varietyof ways.

These ranged from being faced withbasic mathematical equations, toparticipating in interactive situations,which gave the students an alternativeway of looking at the subject, and helpedthem to prepare for their upcomingGCSE exams. It was a way ofundertaking revision, in a manner thatwould bring more fun and spontaneity tothe task.

The students were rewarded for theirhard work and discipline by beingallowed to tour the famous stadium,ending up in the trophy room. It’sunlikely that the students needed anyrevision to determine how manyEuropean Cups were inside, one ofwhich the pupils were allowed to lift atthe end of what all agreed was a veryenjoyable and educational day.

Maths of the DayIt all adds up at Anfield

Creative excellence Childwall Sports College recently held itsannual Creative Arts Award for thestudents with disciplines in Art, Dramaand Dance.

The awards recognised the achievementsof youngsters in the arts subjects of 2009/10.Individual winners were: Dance: JenniferAnderson and Siobhan Tipton; Art: KatiePrentice; Drama: Jodie E’von; Music: KieronHoare, Aaron Julius; Gifted and Talented:Emily Laing; Instrumental Award: JuliaManley; Key Stage 3 Creative Arts ExcellenceAwards: Thomas McIntyre; Key Stage 4Creative Arts Excellence Awards: GraemePitt; Key Stage 5 Creative Arts ExcellenceAwards: Rachael Tsai

The awards evening took place at thePhilharmonic Hall before a large andappreciative audience of governors, staff,parents and students.

Head teacher, Dewi Phillips, said: “We havean abundance in talents in all subjects atChildwall Sports College. The Creative ArtsAwards evening was a glittering occasion.My congratulations go to all winners.”

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This Aigburth school willadmit 150 boys inSeptember 2011 from theLiverpool Diocese whichincludes Knowsley,Liverpool and Sefton.128 boys are admittedunder the school’sChurch Admission Policyand 22 boys under the school’s ExaminationAdmission Policy.

Entrance ExaminationSaturday 25th September 2010Entrance Examination results sent to parentsFriday 15th October 2010Closing date for St. Margaret's Application FormFriday 5th November 2010

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Meet the Headteacher Alison Dearden, Shorefields Technology College

Alison Dearden was recently appointed as the newHeadteacher at Shorefields Technology College,Liverpool. Alison has 25 years teaching experience,starting her teaching career in Sheffield and Rotherhambefore moving to Eastbourne. Alison is now lookingforward to her role in developing and building upon theschool’s progress and achievements.

What do you want to bring to theschool?I want every child to enjoy every day oftheir education and want to come toschool, my motivation is for every childto be happy and successful and to havean environment were everybody ispositive, and respectful of each other,which is actually already here, but Iwant to develop it even more.

I would like to see the development ofthe whole child, which I think has beenmissing in education, for so long thefocus has been on GCSE and A Levelresults.

What are your plans for Shorefields?Shorefields is an incredible school, Ihave worked in a number of schools andI must say that Shorefields is the bestthat I have ever seen. Its results getbetter each year and we received agood with outstanding in our lastOfsted report.

There are already many fantasticthings happening at the school, but, Iam a perfectionist and myself and thestaff want to make things even betterfor the children and help to raise thestandards even further and make surethat progress is even better.

What we want to do is make sure thatwhat we are offering the children is

specific to their individual needs andthat we really are preparing them forthe world so that they can besuccessful.

We have a really strong curriculumthat prepares them for work withvocational qualifications but we aregoing to develop that even more tobecome a Centre of Excellence forvocational qualifications going all theway through to Sixth Form.

For those children that want to focuson academic qualifications thecurriculum will cater for their needs aswell, so there will be something foreverybody.

We want to create an environment atShorefields that children feel cared forand nurtured and can grow personallyas well as develop their own wellbeingin the school.

We have also developed the studentroles in the school with a studentleadership team which provides themwith a strong student voice tocommunicate their needs and be heard.

The school has seen a steadyimprovement over the years, whatdo you put this down too?This is down to really good teachingand learning, really good teachers andthe professional development of them.It’s about having staff who want tocontinually improve and about peoplebeing dedicated to what they are doingand working long hours

It’s also about having very goodstructures, we know every child in theschool, we know them personally butwe also know what progress and howmuch progress they are making and wemonitor that very closely picking up anyissues they may have.

If we identify any issues we workwith the child and their parents to bringthat child back on track but we alsocelebrate if they are making goodprogress and all of these things give avery positive ethos were children canfeel successful.

Shorefields has always beeninvolved in the community – willthis still be the case?The really exciting thing aboutShorefields is that we are now part ofthe South Liverpool Trust and we have anumber of very active partners whomake up that trust and this will

Our secretis our success

Poised to takeoff and doeven better

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strengthen our links and we are able togive more opportunities to the children.

For example we are working veryclosely with Sustain the housing groupto look at the job opportunities that theyare developing in the area and we aregoing to put the qualifications in placeso that the children can develop theskills to move into those areas.

We are also partners of LiverpoolUniversity and again we are looking athow those links can be an advantage toour children. Through all these linksthere is more and more potential foreach child and it is really exciting.

I must say that in all my years ineducation, I have never seen such agroup from the community who are soactive in supporting the school, it reallyis unique and I think that we will soonbe seen as a Centre of Excellence forthis partnership.

What we do have at this school is a21st century community, we havechildren that come from a wide range ofbackgrounds and also have a verycohesive community within the school.We don’t have issues with bullying orracism, we are a very caring, lovingcommunity and our children learn howto get on positively with each other andI think that is a really good groundingfor anybody living in the 21st century.

What are your primary aims forShorefields?We certainly want to becomerecognized as a Centre of Excellence,our secret is our success and in the pastpeople have completely the wrong ideaof Shorefields and I would say toanybody ‘come and have a look round’.

Like many schools we have,unfortunately, had a reputation butthere is no foundation to this and I

would personally be delighted to showanyone around the school.

I came for an interview in February ofthis year not knowing the school, andwithin an hour I was totally bowledover and so impressed by the childrenand by the staff which is why I believethe school and pupils deserve to berecognized for their achievements.

What does the future hold forShorefields?I want Shorefields to be seen as anoutstanding school, not just in the northwest but in the UK and people to visit

us and see the work we do. I think weare almost there; it’s just therecognition of what we have alreadyachieved and what we are doing that ismissing.

Clearly our standards will continue torise and we will aim to be outstandingin all areas and all our children cancontinue to learn to develop theiracademic and social skills.

This is a school that has made a lot ofprogress and it is poised to take off anddo even better. We have a really goodfeel at this school and we want to sharethat with the community as a whole.



Tall ambitionsStudents seek to get ahead

The mathsfactorWest Derby School, Liverpool recentlyheld a Motivate Maths/Inspire ICTWeek.

During the week, the boys took part inlessons with a focus on maths andcomputing. The use of maths andcomputing in other curriculum areas washighlighted in a variety of ways; in PEpupils were involved in group work,scoring, measuring and recording eventsat a mini-Olympics.

Statistics are used frequently outsideschool, from reporting the news to sportsanalysis. This was recognised throughactivities such as reading and creatingpictograms in geography, the use of warstatistics in history and datarepresentation by graphs and diagrams inscience.

There was a special slant to mathslessons during the week, with pupils atKey Stage Three using a carousel systemand working with different mathsteachers to take part in fun activitiesincluding maths games, problem solvingand group work.

Pupils throughout the school thoroughlyenjoyed the activities they took part inand they are looking to make the eventeven bigger and better next year.

Double whammyLiverpool school St Margaret’sreached the finals of two prestigioussporting tournaments recently.

The 1st XI football team includingstudents from years 11, 12 and 13reached the final of the ESFA knockoutplayed at Goodison Park. After winningthrough nine rounds, including afantastic home win in front of the rest ofthe school in the semi-finals, theytravelled the long journey down toTorquay only to find that the game hadbeen called off due to a waterlogged

pitch, the game took weeks toreorganise, but finally the match wasscheduled at the home of EvertonFootball Club, and St Margaret’s were atthe wrong end of an agonising defeat toa strong Barking Abbey School fromLondon.

The Year 8 Basketball Squad reachedthe second of the two finals after atremendous run of victories againstschools from London and Manchesterbefore losing to a strong and taller greatBarrow School from Essex.

Dami So and Sahar Salimi are pupilswith firm ambitions; Dami wants tostudy law at Cambridge, Sahar plansto “design skyscrapers” as anarchitect.

With competition for dwindling placesincreasing, more and more sixth formpupils and colleges are turning theirattention to how they can makethemselves stand out from the crowd.

Dami and Sahar, both 18, are pupils atNotre Dame Catholic College for the Artsin Liverpool. Sahar gained 3 A’s and a Cat A Level and gained a place at theUniversity of Liverpool to studyarchitecture while Dami hopes to win acoveted place at Cambridge in 2011.

Head of sixth form at the college, AnneMarie Costello, works with the pupils andlocal universities to help identifyopportunities to work with local businessor gain extra experience to help thestudents stand out from their peers. “Youhave to go the extra mile”, she says,“projected grades are getting higher andhigher. Yet there are opportunities outthere to help give students a strongfooting, give them an insight into whatworking life is like, helping to developtheir skills”.

Last summer, both Dami and Saharwere selected to work for four weeks witha local business as part of a bursaryscheme funded by the NuffieldFoundation. Organised by Maestro, thebursary helps to give students experiencein their chosen field. Sahar worked for amonth with Liverpool architecture firmConstructive Thinking.

Last year, Sahar was also acceptedonto the Liverpool Scholars Scheme. Runby the University of Liverpool, it is aprogramme for Year 12 students aimed atsupporting their entry into the university.

The pupils complete a portfolio of worklinked to the subjects they are studying.Sahar’s project examined e-business,following on from the coursework she waspreparing for her IT A Level coursework.

Sahar Salimi



Door opens on West DerbyStudents are welcomed into £28million new homeWest Derby School is starting thenew term with a new multi-millionpound building, complete with state-of-the-art facilities.

Pupils and staff at the Maths andComputing Specialist School will enjoy anew Theatre and Media Suite, sports andactivities studio, an outdoor terrace,catering standard kitchen facilities aswell as conference facilities and cuttingedge ICT. Sixth Formers have a speciallydesignated study area and café.

Developed by Balfour Beatty, the newWest Derby School on West Derby Roadis the second wave of Liverpool’sBuilding Schools for the Futureprogramme, and is the first to becompleted after a three-year buildingprogramme, which brought the school’svarious sites under one roof.

The school’s 1,200 pupils, boys aged11-18 (girls are welcomed to Sixth Form)are coming back to school staggeredacross one week, giving staff theopportunity to provide tours of the newfacilities and layout.

Headteacher Margaret Rannardbelieves the students now have thelearning environment they deserve. “Thenew facilities mean we have been able towiden our curriculum. For example ournew sports facilities include a boxingstudio so can offer boxercise and circuittraining, which is great for the boys. The

conference facilities mean we canwelcome visiting speakers fromuniversities and different industries toprovide talks to our Year 11 and SixthForm. The Media Suite means that now,in addition to our film and media courseswe can now offer a Film-Making courseon our curriculum. Our results this yearhave been outstanding – 97% of GCSEpupils achieved 5 A-C results – and thatwas at our previous site. The sky is the

limit with this new building”.The school will be offering its facilities

open to the wider community. They willbe running courses for 14 – 19 year oldsas well as ICT facilities for primary schoolchildren.

See the new facilities for yourself atWest Derby School’s Open day, 3.00pm –7.00pm, Thursday 30 September. Formore information contact the school on0151 235 1333

Teenagers give up holidays to help orphansFour teenagers from Knowsley gave up theirsummer holidays to help some of the mostdeprived children in the world.

The sixteen year olds from Halewood Centrefor Learning flew out to work at the ChristianRefugee Orphanage centre in Ghana. The centrehelps feed, clothe and house children who areorphans, as well as prepare them for the outsideworld.

Cheryl Gibb from Halewood is one of the fourwho went to work there for two weeks and waswell aware that the trip was an eye-opener.

She said: “I didn’t know what to expect but itwas a bit weird at first. The staff there had toldus that the electricity supply had been down fora while and there was no running water – youhave to go and get it.

“It was hard as I love a hot bath and mycreature comforts but we were there to helpthese children and to see how other people haveto live. We’re all interested in getting jobs in thecharity sector later on, so we think this will helpwith that too.”

Ghana orphanage helpers from Halewood Centre for Learning (l to r)Alex Quigley, Becky Thorpe, Cheryl Gibb, Angela Dempsey andteacher Jenny Ku.


School News

Merseytravel have announced plansto be involved with a multi partnerclimatlantic project.

The project in partnership with fiveEuropean countries; Portugal, Spain,England, Ireland and France, aims toreduce the carbon footprint over theAtlantic Arc (the western side of thesecountries)

There are four pillars to the project;mobility, territorial management, energyand social behaviour; Merseytravel arethe lead partner on the social behaviourpillar, though they are also contributingtheir expertise to the other three pillars.

There are three pilots which schoolscan get involved with:Your Choice – a millionaire game

covering environmental issuesClimatlantic website – teaching

children and young people about climatechange issuesEnviro-cruises – There is a proposal

for the ferries to do educational enviro-cruises, taking school groups to see thewind farms in Liverpool Bay and alongthe Mersey River coastline, to learnabout harnessing energy from wind.

They will also provide information onMerseytravel sustainable developmentinitiatives and a potential project by PeelHoldings to harness tidal river energy.

The trip has various additional possi-bilities, for instance, it could include avisit to Crosby beach to see AnthonyGormley’s iron men - ‘Another Place’;

and/or to Hilbre Island to view thewildlife nature - birds and hopefullyseals.

Mersytravel are looking to get theviews of teachers to talk about the via-bility of the cruises, and to have theirinput at the inception stage so that theystart off on the right track – by makingthe cruises a valuable addition to cur-riculum teaching in the classroom.

Caps off toChildrenA cap and gown graduation roundedoff a project to help primary pupils inKnowsley raise their game.

Five hundred pupils from twelveschools across the borough were handedawards in a gala event at Liverpool’sHope University.

The seven to 11 year olds have beentaking part in a host of after schoolactivities as part of the Children’sUniversity programme.

The national scheme to enhanceattendance and performance introduceschildren to activities they would notnormally learn in the school day.

In Knowsley, they can learn everythingfrom sign language to family cooking andthey need to attend at least thirty hoursof sessions to “graduate”.

The programme is now in its secondyear and 19 of the latest graduates aregetting a gold award for going to 100hours of activities over the year.

The graduation ceremony is held atHope University to encourage thechildren to think about taking up furthereducation, later in their lives.

Knowsley’s cabinet member forChildren and Families Cllr GrahamWright, said: “The Children’s Universityis a fantastic way to encourage thepupils to try something different and findnew hobbies.

“By hosting the graduation ceremonyin one of our local universities, it showsthe children that university is withintheir grasp, and gives them a taste ofwhat it would be like to graduate.”

More than 700 pupils at schools insouth Sefton have become travel andenvironmentally dapper throughDRAPA.

Special workshops were held at sixschools in the borough trying to helpreduce incidents such as anti-socialbehaviour, bus and rail safety, fire safety,hoax calls, vandalism, graffiti, litter, dogfouling and internet safety.

The project, called DRAPA (short fordrama, rap & performance, activities),sees actors from Mojo Theatre, ElementalEducation and staff from Merseytravelhelp teach children about anti-socialbehaviour and environmental issues.

Pupils at Hillside High, St Wilfred’sHigh, St Ambrose Barlow, LitherlandHigh, Savio High and St George of Eng-land all took part in the workshopsperforming short plays and singing rapsin front of fellow pupils.

The workshops were led by Mojo The-

atre and funded by Sefton Council's Envi-ronmental Community EngagementTeam.

Sefton Council Environmental andTechnical Services Director, Peter Moore,said: “Workshops like these are fun andenjoyable and drive home a very impor-tant message.

"All young people in Sefton need tounderstand that dropping litter, dog foul-ing, graffiti and fly tipping are anti-socialand can have a negative impact onwhere they live."

Billy Bradshaw, from Merseytravel,said: "The DRAPA performances are afantastic example of partnership workingto deliver serious messages to youngpeople.

"They allow students to fully recognisehow anti-social behaviour affects thecommunity that they live in and informsthem on how to travel safely whilst usingpublic transport."

Pupils are dapper in Sefton

Tackling climate changeProject to reduce carbon footprints

Focus groupsIf you are interested in being part ofa focus group to express your viewson the idea, and to consequentlytake a group of students on a trialrun of the cruise contact:[email protected]

To get involved call07801 064 860or email [email protected]

D.R.A.P.A. (Drama Rap And Performance Activities)is an educational project devised with schoolsin order to assist young people in makingthe right choices and encouraging them toexpress themselves through improvisationand creative writing.

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Help and advice

It’s highly unusual for a school to make an

assessment to set the children with one

simple test. The usual procedure for

changing groups requires thorough

assessments of a child's ability in various

areas. Before a level is given in a report,

the teacher examines the term’s work.

When a child is reported to have moved

up to the next level on the Assessing Pupil

Progress (APP) plan, evidence of their

progress and development on three

different occasions needs to be found. I

would be very surprised if the change to

the children's group was made based on

one test, so I would suggest you contact

the teacher as soon as possible to find out

what has happened. In the meantime, try

not to discuss the matter in front of your

son as you may inadvertently knock his

confidence. Remember, while he is a

bright child performing well, the teacher

may have decided he'd feel better and

succeed at a different level - which in the

long term would increase his confidence

and chances of succes.

In recent years, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver's involvement

in making school meals healthier has led to some radical

changes in the canteen. More recent changes have meant

that schools now choose their own catering supplier. The

result has been increased interest in providing a healthier

lunch for the best possible price to parents. In secondary

schools, there is often a wide choice available, and many

schools have a salad bar offering salad, pasta and baked

potatoes, alongside the alternative cooked meal and

sandwiches. While there are not usually any formal

restrictions on the amounts of food the children can buy,

food is served in normal portion sizes. Most schools do not

police the food children buy at lunchtime or what they

bring in for packed lunches, but usually fizzy drinks are

not allowed and drinking water is encouraged. Staff are present in the lunchroom, and if you are

concerned that your child is purchasing too much at lunchtime, or the wrong types of food, then

you could write to the form tutor and express your concerns discreetly. They may then be able to

speak to the kitchen staff and ask them to keep an eye on your child's lunchtime purchases. By

setting a good example of healthy living at home, providing meals in normal portion sizes, and

allowing healthy snacks, you’ll also be able to maintain a good idea of what your child is

consuming during the day. At this stage of their development, it’s also crucial that you feed them

when they’re hungry, prepare well-balanced meals, and encourage them to exercise and take

part in games. This should all control their weight, without drawing attention to it, and without

encouraging an eating disorder which could be damaging to their health and wellbeing.

My son has gone back to school on the back of a glowing end ofterm report and was previously working in the top group of hisclass. On his first day back to school he informed us that he isnow working in the second group based on a quick assessmenton their first day back. He is 7 years old and has just startedjuniors, should we leave it until a parents’ evening to discuss orshould we call the school to speak to his teacher ?

School dinners these days are suggested as the healthy option, but Iam worried about portion sizes and my child being able to getseconds. Is it easier to control their intake of food and hence avoidany weight concerns by opting for a pack lunch instead?

My daughter is 10 years oldand has started to becomeinterested in watching someof the television soaps. Most ofthem fall before the watershedon TV, however some of thecontent concerns me, thelatest storyline of Eastendersbeing a case in point. Should Ilet her watch such televisiondrama or could it be harmfulto her?

For children on the playground, talking

about what they watch on TV is part of a

bonding experience, and all of them want to

have seen the same shows or they feel left

out of the conversation. Many parents have

concerns about the sorts of television shows

which their children want to watch, and all

parents have different ideas about what's

suitable for their child. As a general rule, it's

always best to watch the soap or programme

yourself first so that you can see if you're

happy with the storylines and the language

used and decide if they are appropriate. It's

worth keeping in mind that childhood is

fleeting, and that growing up is a once in a

lifetime experience. Speak to some other

parents you trust about ideas for good TV

programmes and films which you could

enjoy together - as a family - and enjoy the

experience. It may be the case that this

lessens your daughter's desire to watch the

soaps, or at least give her more TV

programmes and films to talk about with her

school friends.

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OPEN EVENINGTuesday 5th October 2010 6.00-8.30pmfor parents with daughters seeking entry in September 2011, at this popular voluntary aided Catholic school for girls.

You are invited to come along and see this outstanding popular school.Girls travel to Bellerive from all across the city. Meet pupils and staff, view facilities and collect an application form andprospectus. Pupils will be available to guide you around the site. There willtwo presentations in the school hall during the evening. Please enter via the Elmfield site on Ullet RoadBellerive FCJ Catholic College, Windermere Terrace,Sefton Park, Liverpool

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Meet the Headteacher Frances Harrison, Notre Dame Catholic College for the Arts

Frances Harrison, newly appointed Headteacher atNotre Dame Catholic College for the Arts in Everton, isabsolutely delighted that this summer’s examinationresults saw more students than ever gain top grades.Whilst she is justifiably proud of the accolade ‘highestachieving girls school in the country for studentprogress’ her ambitions for the college go even further.

Our examination excellence is notlimited to our specialism. A Levelstudents secured a 100% pass ratein 19 departments, showingparticular strength in traditionalsubjects, whilst at GCSE, over 80%of pupils achieved top grades inScience. The college achieved itsbest ever A Level results, with athird of pupils receiving A*, A and Bgrades, a 10% increase on last year.Meanwhile in Year 11, pupils haveimproved again with 85.4% gainingan A* to C grade at GCSE.

“The highly acclaimed performancesthat feature annually at Our SummerArts Festival and other events acrossthe city, clearly demonstrates that interms of creativity and performance, ourpupils lead the way. This year’sfantastic examination results aretestimony that our girls receive aholistic education that provides themwith the real skills and qualificationsthey need to take their next step,whether it’s into higher education oremployment”.

Liverpool born, Frances has dedicated

twenty five years of her teaching careerto the girls at the college, nine asDeputy Headteacher and last year asthe Acting Headteacher. She said: “Iam under no illusions about the taskahead of me. My experiences last yearenhanced my understanding of how therole changes your relationship with thestaff, students and parents. The realityis that the buck now stops with me andI am relishing the challenge”.

Frances has a very clear vision forhow she would like the college todevelop which is driven by her genuinecommitment to provide the bestpossible education and experiences forthe girls. She has already strengthenedher leadership team in readiness for thenew academic year. She explained:“Obviously we are very successful sothere is a degree of maintenance thatneeds to occur, I have been here for solong that I am very clear about whatneeds to stay the same and whatchanges need to be made. I have givenconsiderable time and thought as tohow I will make my vision a reality.

Confidence is something that Frances

believes the college, through itsspecialism can instil in all its students.“For me, it’s about using the arts tosupport our students in terms of mentaltoughness, developing their confidenceand self esteem. Everything we do nowplaces greater emphasis on empoweringour students to present themselves attheir very best by equipping them withthe appropriate presentation,communication and life skills. As wellas all the cultural experiences the artswill offer them, all the evidence showsthat students who are involved in thearts achieve more academically too”.

The college, which has had studentsperform on an international stage onmany occasions, also has a plan to takethe arts in to the community with ahigh-tech ArtsBus to provide a mobilecentre for creative training andperformance to every child onMerseyside.

With a recording studio, software forinteractive musical tuition and aperformance centre the ArtsBus offersthe opportunity to bring cutting edgetechnology to anyone, anywhere.

A starperformance


As well as improved year-on-yearexamination results, attendance ratesat the college are also exceptional.Frances puts this down to apersonalised approach that engagesevery student. “Often you have a lot ofacademic information about studentsbut you may not have informationabout their qualities. What are theygood at? Are they goodcommunicators, are they goodlisteners? The thing for me isPersonalised Pathways whether it wasabout attendance or motivation,

whether it’s mental toughness oracademic achievement every studentin this college has their own specificprogramme that they are following toget the best from them. To me you cannot get better than that”

Harrison File

Born: Liverpool, 1962Education: Our Lady of SaintSwithin, Croxteth, Mary Help ofChristians High School, Croxteth,BSc (Hons) Liverpool University,Post Graduate Certificate Education,Liverpool Institute of HigherEducation, National ProfessionalQualification for Headship.Career: Croxteth ComprehensiveNotre Dame Catholic College for theArts

Challenged to AchieveSt Mary’s College is a thrivingcommunity which places a highvalue on all-round personaldevelopment and outstandingacademic achievement.

Our school is built on strongChristian values which emphasisethe importance of caring for othersand striving for excellence in allwe do. Typically we record pass rates of up to 99% in GCSE and A level and our rich programmeof extra-curricular activities equipspupils with the skills and valueswhich will guide and support themthroughout their lives.

Open Days

For a full picture of life at the College, please visit our website at www.stmarys.ac then come along to one of our Open Days:

Open Evening:Thursday October 14th 2010, 5.00 pm – 8.30 pm

Open Morning:Saturday October 16th 2010, 10.00 am – 1.00 pm

In addition, the Principal is pleased to meet individual parents and prospective pupils by appointment and to arrange a guided tour ofthe school at work.

Registered in England - Company No. 05412328 Registered Charity No. 1110311

�e Independent Catholic School for boys and girls of all faiths aged 0-18www.stmarys.ac 0151 924 3926

Centres for Learning - inspiring, exploring, achievingwww.knowsley.gov.uk

Choosing a secondary school for your child is always a difficult decisionto make. In Knowsley, giving your child the best education is our priority.Our centres for learning are not just better buildings; they have alsoproduced better discipline, attendance and exam grades.

In Knowsley, secondary education has been transformed, with our sevennew centres for learning delivering the best GCSE results ever seen inthe borough.

These results demonstrate how our new centres for learning have startedto significantly boost performance and raise standards of learningeven further.

How to applyPick up a booklet from any of Knowsley’s One Stop Shops and librariesfrom 10 September – the form will be inside. Remember - if you live inKnowsley you must apply by completing the Knowsley application form.However, if you live outside of Knowsley you can still apply by completingyour own local authority form.

Deadline for submission is 31 October. Further information about eachcentre for learning and how to apply online are available on ourwebsite www.knowsley.gov.uk

Knowsley’s centres for learning - bringing together the best oftraditional education and modern teaching methods

Make the right choicefor your child’s secondaryeducation



DIPLOMA LAUNCHRecognising sporting excellence

Liverpool Compact EBP in conjunction with the14-19 Partnership launched the newestqualification in town to the businesscommunity, at Everton Football Club - TheSport & Active Leisure Diploma! Championednationally by Arsenal and Premier Sport andlocally by Liverpool City Council Sports &Recreation Service, the Diploma is being taughtin Archbishop Beck Catholic Sports College.

Mike Corley, Chief Executive of LiverpoolCompact with Employer Champions , MartinJones and Liz Lamb from Liverpool City CouncilSports & Recreation Service

Carl Giles – Diploma Tutor, ArchbishopBeck and Maria Hart – Events Manager,Liverpool Compact EBP

MUSICALMERSEYSIDETalent shines brightly

VOICES TOGETHER

Budding young aspiringsingers from acrossMerseyside made adream come true recentlywhen they performed atthe Liverpool ECHOArena for ‘SchoolsSupersing Liverpool’.Youngsters from schoolsacross Merseyside unitedto form one of the biggestchoirs ever assembled inLiverpool for a rousingevent, hosted by formerHollyoaks characters,‘Max & OB’, aka actorsMatt Littler and DarrenJon-Jeffries.

SUMMER SOUNDSCalderstones School held its annual SummerConcert in July. The event went ahead insideQuarry Hall due to the inclement summerweather but as ever, was an evening ofdifferent styles of music and dance enjoyed bya full house comprising pupils, parents,governors and friends of the school. Head ofMusic, Mr Sheard commented: “Over 100pupils were involved, taking part inperformances by the School Orchestra, SingingGroup, Jazz Band and Chamber Choir”.

CREATIVEPLAY

Schools sharecommunity awareness

LEARNING THE FUN WAYAs part of its annualCommunity Week, Rice LaneJunior School, Walton held aunique workshop with pupilsfrom Redbridge High School.Teacher, Cathy Pratt fromRedbridge, said: “Theworkshop provides a uniqueopportunity for children withsevere and profoundmultiple learning difficultiesto work, play and create asequals with theirmainstream peers.

INTERNATIONALCELEBRATIONS

It was the world in one school at West Derbyin July as two days of lessons were turnedover to a celebration of international culture.Pupils sampled a South African lunchtimemenu which was inspired by the World Cup.The menu included Zulu meatballs, freshgrilled Boerewors and Potjiekos, which isSouth Africa’s version of Scouse. Otherstudents created artwork inspired by worldculture.


Exam News

With the number of pupils nationallyachieving A*-E at A Level reported to be upby 0.1 per cent – from 97.5 per cent last year,to 97.6 per cent this year – it meansLiverpool’s pass rate is currently improvingat four times the national average.

Major success stories include ArchbishopBeck Catholic College in Walton and StEdwards Catholic College in West Derby whichboth achieved a 100 per cent pass rate.

St Francis Xavier (SFX) School in Wooltonalso achieved its best ever A-Level results, withits pass rate rocketing from 93.8 percent lastyear to 97.1 percent.

Students from Notre Dame Catholic Collegefor the Arts are celebrating with the schoolsbest ever A Level results.

The Everton secondary school has seen adramatic increase in the number of pupilssecuring top grades, with one pupil receivingtwo of the new A* Level.

In Knowsley too students are celebratingafter achieving a massive improvement in theirresults.

The provisional results show that there hasbeen a big improvement for top performerswith A*-C A-Levels and equivalent: 58.8%(up 8.3% from 2009). The overall pass ratecontinues to be high.

At GCSE Level provisional figuresshow a massive nine per cent jump inthe number of pupils achieving five ormore A*- C grades including Englishand Maths - up from 44 per cent in 2009to 53 per cent this year.

Liverpool’s provisional figures alsoshow the number of pupils gainingfive or more A*-C grades overall hasincreased by an incredible 10 percent, to 83 per cent. The number ofpupils nationally achieving A*-Coverall is reported to be 69.1% thisyear – up from 67.1% in 2009.

Successful schools includeAlsop High in Walton, which hasseen a 10 per cent increase inpupils achieving A*-C grades, upto 84 percent; and Holly Lodge GirlsCollege, West Derby, which increased its overallA*-C rate from 59% to 86% and it’s A*-C rateincluding English and Maths from 34% to51%.

Notre Dame Catholic College, Evertonhas seen an increase in A*-C includingEnglish and Maths, from 31% in 2009 to46% this year. Archbishop Blanch, L7, hasseen A*-C including English and Mathsrise from 67% to 83%.

Once again, Knowsley has shownincreasingly strong performance in theGCSEs, with 37.7% of pupils achieving atleast five GCSEs at grades A* – C, anincrease of 4.2 %. Across the borough,the top performing schools wereHalewood Centre for Learning with 56%and St Edmund Arrowsmith CatholicCentre for Learning with 54%. Christ theKing Centre for Learning achieved aphenomenal leap of 15% from 20% in2009 to 35% this year.

Meanwhile Sefton have seen an increasefrom their 2009 results with 5 A*-C improvingto a commendable 82% from 77.4% in 2009 and55.3 including English and Maths, up from 53.2in 2009.

Sefton’s A level are yet again expected toincrease upon 2009 results but are subject toconfirmation.

Record breakersGCSE and A Level results

Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School: MustafaFarooqi who gained 5A*.

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Anirah with her A* in French

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St Edmund Arrowsmith students celebrate theirGCSE results with principal Martyn Campbell

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Jumping for joy students from Childwall Sports College

Notre Dame College: Charlotte Wishart, 4A’s in History, English, RE and Psychology

Roby Sixth Form College celebrate a 95%

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the top A* to C Grades.

This years A Level results at St John Bosco ArtsCollege were excellent with a pass rate of over97%.

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A Level pupils fro, The Belvedere Academy

continue to go from strength to strength

Bellerive FCJ High School A Level students MichaelaRoutledge, Shauna Stockton, Lauren Rattigan andPada O’Reilly

SUPERSTARSCELEBRATE

Schools celebrateon and off the field

HIGHLIGHTINGSUCCESS

Broadgreen InternationalSchool held theirinaugural sports awardsevening to reward theachievements, attitudeand commitment ofsporting talent that theschool has.Rewards and trophieswere handed out by TerryEtim, professional worldchampion UFC star, andRichard Downes, up andcoming professional UFCstar.

MAKE OURS A TREBLE!

Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School, Liverpoolcelebrated after a fantastic footballing treble.The 1st XI won the Bill Murphy Memorial Trophyand the Merseyside Senior Shield.Goals came from James Kennedy and PaulMooney in the Bill Murphy Memorial Shield andfrom Peter Donnelly and Callum Webb in theMerseyside Senior Shield.

Above: Cutting a dashthe Cardinal Heenansquad

Left: Goalkeeper LeeBerril had an inspiringseason

ECO CHAMPS PRAISE

Hundreds of students from across Sefton recentlyattended the third annual Sefton Eco Champs 2010at Bootle Town Hall. Winners were chosen incategories to tie in with the sustainable schoolsframework. The Mayor of Sefton, Cllr MaureenFearn, who presented the trophies, said: “It iswonderful to see so many young people workinghard on projects to look after the environment”.

Farnborough Road Infant School, Birkdale

St Michael’s High School, Crosby

Buildings and GroundsPrimary (Individual)was Michael Fosterfrom Marshside PrimarySchool, Southport

Travel and TrafficCategory winner EleashaJones from MarshsidePrimary School,Southport

Broadgreen International SchoolJoin the Journey…

Broadgreen has always been a leader in educationIn 1992 we were the first school in northern England to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma.Since then we have won awards for our curriculum, healthy living, study support, inclusion, sports and careerguidance. Last year we were named as the best school in the U.K for the way we use ICT to enhance teachingand learning.We are also Liverpool's first International School because of our exciting multicultural curriculum, our internationallinks and our ability to produce world class students. We have partner schools in Italy, Ireland, Norway, and Beninand our expeditions have taken us to France, Spain, Iceland, Japan, India and the USA.That doesn't mean that we are too big to remember our individual students' needs. In fact, our last Ofstedinspection found that:“Transition arrangements from primary schools are highly effective in enabling students to settle seamlessly intotheir new school” and “Attainment is rising significantly and the trend is set to continue”

To find out more visit us at our Open Evening Thursday 30th September 5.30pm-8.00pmor contact us to arrange a visit: 0151 254 6842 or by email [email protected]

ClarendonCollege

Giving your child thefreedom to learn

and develop to theirtrue potential

We are a small independent school in Liverpool, providing highquality education for children from pre-school right through toGCSE level.Pupils 3-16, no more than 14 children per class. From ages 3-5 FREE child places still available!

Our Nursery class offers Montessori education in which children learn in a prepared environmentallowing them to develop at their own pace and giving them confidence in their own abilities thusensuring, early goals are achieved.

Infants and Juniors follow the National Curriculum. Senior children pursue GCSE courses.

Before and after school supervision is available.

There is after school tuition to prepare children for the Secondary Education exams (open to all schoolchildren).

Contact us today to find out more about this proven teaching method which has been successful theworld over.

For a prospectus or more information onthis unique local independent school

Telephone: 0151 494 2094Mobile: 07952 441 886

Clarendon College, Garston Old Road,Liverpool L19 9AF

Broadgreen International Schoolcelebrated after three successfulperformances of the gangstermusical Bugsy Malone.Over 50 pupils from year sevenupwards took part in theproduction.Jonathan Hanson in the title roleof Bugsy with Fat Sam, played by adramatic and confident BrandonButcher.Their 1920’s dress, vocal abilityand movement set thescene well, especially inThompson’sperformance ofOrdinary Fool.The comedyelement came tothe fore withConnagh Stokes’role as Dandy Dan.

Sean Odukogbe, asFizzy, gave anemotional and heartfelt rendition of thesolo ‘Tomorrow’.

A suaveJonathan Hansonas Bugsy Malonewith (above),KelseyBrady whoplayed Tallulah

Leonne Thompson whoplayed Blousey

BROADGREEN’SGRAND SLAMBugsy arrives in Liverpool

FESTIVALOF SUCCESS

Merseyside Primary Games

The Merseyside SportsPartnership hostedanother fantasticPrimary SchoolGames with up to800 young peoplecompeting inseven sports onone site.It proved to be afantastic day - bothweather wise andsporting wise - withevery childreceivinga medal.

Stephanie from AllSaints, Kirkby tries herhand at speed stacking

Eastcroft Primary,Knowsley

Larkfield County Primary School, Sefton

Blessed Sacrament, Liverpool

St Theresa’s RCPrimary,

St Helens

St George’s Primary, Sefton

Pupils from Formby HighSchool and ChesterfieldNetball acted as referees

Kensington JuniorSchool, Liverpool

CELEBRATINGACHIEVEMENTCompact Awards Evening

The Liverpool Compact EBP glitteringGala Dinner and Awards Evening at theLiverpool Marriot Hotel for key busi-nesses, large and small that haveworked tirelessly with Liverpool Schoolsto prepare young people for the world ofwork.

Debbie Kenrick and Jenny Martin Liverpool Compact EBP withMajor John Miller and Master at Arms Kevin Cosgrove

Clare Molyneux– MC

Howard Wing –Entertainer

Jenny Martin Liverpool Compact EBP withChristine Elliott of Gateacre Press and Mike Corley– Chief Executive, Liverpool Compact EBP

Mike Corley, Liverpool Compact EBP, Danny Martin– Central Schools Training & Jenny Martin,

Mike Corley, Liverpool Compact EBP, Jenny MartinLiverpool Compact EBP and Marion Thomas, JaguarLand Rover

Mike Corley, Liverpool Compact EBP, Helen Orme,Liverpool John Moores University and JennyMartin, Liverpool Compact EBP

Members of staff fromLiverpool Compact EBPenjoying the evening

PROM PARADEShow stopping students celebrate

Year 11 pupils and staff at HalewoodCentre for Learning celebrated asuccessful year by holding a Prom Nightat Leasowe Castle, Moreton.

Maureen Irons, Year 11 PastoralAssistant and Mrs Turner, organisers forthe evening, said: “We had a fantasticevening and the pupils were a credit tothemselves and the centre. What reallymade the evening was the fact that somany retired staff from the old collegeattended the evening, many saying that itwas down to the fact that the year had somany talented and friendly pupils.

Halewood teachers Anthony Dalyand Aidan Burns Colour co-ordination was the order of the day

Looking forward to the evening festivities

A dapper lookfrom the boys

The ladies prepare for a big night on the town

A scene from Reservoir Dogs perhaps!

Who’s a lucky boy then!

Time to let off your hair downafter five years hard work

Notre Dame Catholic College

for the ArtsEstablished1869

AH QU'ILEST LEBONDIEUBON

Everton Valley L4 4EZ Telephone: 0151 263 3104 Fax: 0151 260 [email protected] www.notredameliverpool.comHeadteacherMrs F Harrison BSc (Hons) NPQH

A Star PerformanceWe’re proud to announce that 85% of our students gained

five or more A*–C grades in their GCSEs.

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Kensington Junior Netball team

Pupils from eightdifferent schools inthe Kensington areaof Liverpool celebratedafter competing in theannual KensingtonYouth Games.The event, billedas ‘The FriendlyGames’ saw over300 pupils takepart in sportssuch as 5-a-sidefootball,tag-rugby,netballandgymnastics.

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Why is it so importantto have new schoolbuildings?

Elaine Ayre, Service Director, School andEarly Years ServicesIn Knowsley, our new Centres for Learning have created a servicewhich better meets the needs of children, young people, theirfamilies, and contributes to the wider delivery of children's andneighbourhood services. This has been achieved by providing 21stcentury Centre learning environments and facilities equipped withthe latest technology, leisure and cultural facilities. Suchenvironments are safe, secure and welcoming and the wholebuildings are learning resources with flexible and adaptablelearning spaces allowing individual, small group and collaborativelearning.Our children are our future and therefore they deserve the verybest learning environments which fully prepare them to becomelifelong learners who are well prepared to face future economic andsocial challenges.

Cllr Jane Corbett, Cabinet Member, Educationand Children's Services, Liverpool City CouncilNew school buildings are absolutely vital if we are to deliver aneducation system which fully meets the needs of young people. Weneed high quality, flexible spaces, not only to accommodate newways of learning - from kinesthetic to audio and visual - but tomake sure education is inclusive, and that no child is left behind.And as education is evolving, so our school buildings need toevolve to mirror this. This will equip our young people with theskills they need to help us build a strong and economicallysustainable City fit for the 21st century. New, energy efficientschool buildings also keep the costs of fuel bills and maintenancelow - which means more money can go into teaching and learning.

David Cumberland, Vice Dean of Education,Liverpool Hope UniversitySchool design has changed little since education was madecompulsory in the 19th century and yet what we require of ourschools and what we are preparing our children for has changeddramatically. As we enter our second decade of the 21s centurythere is no agreement as to what a ‘school’ should look like, orindeed what it should be called. What is essential is that we havethe very best teachers working with pupils in buildings fit forpurpose, flexible enough to adapt to various needs, equipped with21st century technology for 21st century learning."

Vin Osbaldeston, Headteacher Freshfield Primary School,SeftonI often tell anyone who will listen that my job is to make sure thatmy staff have everything they need to do their jobs. Clearly thephysical environment is central to this. Research into teachingmethods and children’s development together with changes ingovernment policy, advances in technology and the exposurechildren have to multi media, demand that the teaching beadaptable and sustainable.

Is it important that our children are provided with brand new schools with 21st centurylearning technology available?

Have your say:To suggest or contribute toa topic for debate inViewpoint email us at:[email protected] to view our on-linepoll visit:www.educatemagazine.com

Building Schools forthe Future (BSF) washailed as the biggest-ever school buildingsinvestmentprogramme. The aimwas to rebuild orrenew nearly everysecondary school inEngland.Now that theGovernment hasscrapped many of theproposed new projectswe ask why manyeducationalprofessionals see it asso important to havenew school buildings.

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WHERE CAN WE GO?Your guide to what’s happening out & about in Merseyside

FUTUREEVENTS

Throughout 2010SpaceportVictoria Place, Seacombe0151 330 1566www.spaceport.org.uk

Join the world’s favouriteinventor and his faithfulpooch at the latestSpaceport exhibition. VisitWallace’s workshop andsee a selection of sets fromthe award winning films.A grand day out withcracking interactivecontraptions for all thefamily

Wallace & Gromit in Space

25-26th SeptemberMartin Mere WetlandCentre, Fish Lane,BurscoughLancashire01704 895181

Animal fun for all thefamily with real Huskies,Meerkats, Skunks,Ferrets and Racoons plusmuch more. Alsoincluded are origamiworkshops, ponddipping, animal craftsand charities

Animal Magic Weekend

Doctor Who Live!Echo Arena Liverpool,Kings Dock, Liverpool2nd-3rd November 2010Tickets £25-£38.500844 8000 400

BBC Worldwide will tour a series of dates for the veryfirst production of Doctor Who Live.The new stage show, based upon the BBC’s smash-hit, award-winning series Doctor Who, promises todeliver a spectacular audio/visual experiencefeaturing live music, special effects and appearancesfrom the show’s most popular monsters.Opening in wartime London and concluding in anepic onstage battle, audiences should expect theunexpected as the The Doctor’s arch-enemies theDaleks are joined by some of the best-loved and mostterrifying monsters from the TV series including theCybermen, Weeping Angels, Judoon and Oods toname but a few.

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Horrible ScienceFloral Pavilion Theatre,Marine Promenade, Wallasey2nd-6th November 20100151 666 0000Tickets: £7.50-£12.00

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Tuesday 12th October -Wednesday 20thOctoberLiverpool EmpireTheatre0844 847 2525

The worlds favouritemusical comes toLiverpool starring ConnieFisher as Maria. Includessuch family favourites asFavourite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev'ryMountain, and of coursethe glorious title songThe Sound of Music, it'sthe perfect family treat!

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Using Lewis Carroll’sAlice’s Adventures inWonderland as theirinspiration, dance, musicand design studentscollaborate to present anengaging and creativetake on the much-lovednovel.Performed by final yearDance and Musicstudents.

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Shot at both North and South Poles, the set illustratesthe lives of the most iconic and unique animalsinhabiting these remote areas. Despite having tocontend with some of the most extreme landscapes andhabitations on earth, this collection shows how severalspecies are able to carve out lives for themselves.The three programmes are:ARCTIC KINGDOM: LIFE AT THE EDGEOnly the strong survive at the top of the world. Stalk theArctic ice with its fiercest predator, the polar bear, as itprowls one of the most forbidding places on the planet.REALM OF THE GREAT WHITE BEARDiscover the fate of a polar bear and her twin cubs at theicy top of the world. Cameras follow the family during atwo-year Arctic odyssey filled with touching andunforgettable moments.EMPORERS OF THE ICEIn the frozen wilderness of Antarctica, one creature hasperfected the art of survival - the emperor penguin. Yearsof evolution have built an animal superbly adapted to thehowling gales and sub-zero temperatures. The set isreleased on 6th September at a RRP of £19.99

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Cast:Michael Cera, MaryElizabeth Winstead,Ellen Wong, KieranCulkin, Chris Evans,Anna Kendrick, AlisonPill, Brandon Routh,Jason Schwartzman

Verdict: ��By Andy Kelly

Scott Pilgrim's life is so awesome. He's 23 yearsold, in a rock band, "between jobs," and keenplayer of video games, he is also dating a cute highschool girl.

Everything's fantastic until a seriously mind-blowing,dangerously fashionable, roller blading delivery girlnamed Ramona Flowers starts cruising through hisdreams and sailing by him at parties. But the path to MsFlowers isn’t covered in rose petals.

Ramona's seven evil exes stand between Scott andtrue happiness. Can Scott defeat all seven of the badguys and get the girl without turning his precious littlelife upside-down, before the game is over?

I didn't think that this would be my type of thing butthe comedy, the style and the production of it was great.I'd recommend the movie to anyone who likes video

games, rock music, and remembers what it was like tobe young and in love.Scott Pilgrim Vs The World is based on the six-part

Oni Press graphic novel series created by Bryan LeeO'Malley.


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9-12 Years FictionNerdsby Michael Buckley – £5.99In the first book of the series N.E.R.D.S is a fantastic tale of five unpopular students whorun a spy network from inside their elementary school. Read as they battle with JamesBond type villains and use their enchanted abilities to combat evil!

Robe of Skullsby Vivian French – £4.99New form acclaimed author Vivian French comes a new set of titles with a ghoulishtwist. This being the first. A terribly fantastic tale all starting in the village of Fracture!Her best yet!

Grim Gruesome - Viking Villainby Rosalind Kerven – £5.99Imagine Dahl style jokes and adventure thrown in! That is what makes this such afantastic read, not to mention it’s full of Viking tales! Gripping and my favourite book atthe moment read and make it yours too! Highly recommended!

Teenage FictionRubies in the Snowby Kate Hubbard – £5.99Reading this is like being swept into a world full of parties, strawberry ice and skating onpalace lakes, until Anastasia realises that her world is about to change forever, thecommon people are no longer enchanted by their princess…Gripping!

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ST CHARLES’ CATHOLICPRIMARYTramway Road, L17 7JA0151 727 5830Headteacher: Mr Chris DaveyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 121 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 21Extra School Activities: Musicclubs, choir, recorder group, danceSports Activities: Athletics, football,rounders, cricket,SATS: (2006) KS2 English Level 4 79%Level 5 16%, Mathematics Level 4 63%Level 5 11%, Science Level 4 58% Level5 16%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA with set criteriaAssociated Schools St Benedict’sSpecial facilities: Parent & Toddlers

ST MICHAEL-IN-THE-HAMLETPRIMARYNeilson Road, L17 7BA0151 727 3215Headteacher: Mrs Ruth TownEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 433 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubExtra School Activities: Orchestra,Samba DrummingSports Activities: Athletics, football,cricketSATS: KS2 English Level 4 84% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 544%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 49%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: ShorefieldsHigh, St Margaret CE, St Hilda CE &Arcbishop BlanchSpecial facilities: Nursery & ParentToddler group

SUDLEY INFANT Dundonald Road, L17 0AE0151 727 1139Parentline 0151 728 9639Headteacher: Ms Ruth ThomasEmail: [email protected]: www.sudleyinfantschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityAge Range: 3-7Pre & After School Activities: Kid’sClub after schoolExtra School Activities: Art & craft,sport, cooking, origami, multi skills etcSports Activities: Varied Admission: LA

SUDLEY JUNIOR Aigburth Road, L17 6BH0151 427 2941Headteacher: Mr Scott ConnellEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 370 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30 Extra School Activities: Computerclubs, music clubs and othersSports Activities: Football, cricket,cross country, tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 540%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 550%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 61%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Calderstones

THE HAMLETS PREPARATORYSCHOOL GDST23 Belvidere Road, L8 3TF0151 471 1137Headteacher: Ms Jane HumbleEmail: [email protected]: www.gdst.net/hamletsType of School: All girls with nursery,pre-prep and prep Pupils: 160 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities: Breakfast Club, After School Club andHoliday Clubs Extra School Activities: Numerousincluding yoga, photography,orchestra, choir, performing arts,tennis, art, puzzles, computer,archaeologySports Activities: Weekly swimminglessons and PE with specialist tenniscoachingSATS: Taken at year 6 with usually atleast 75% achieving Level 5 and 100%Level 4Languages: Spanish, French &Japanese ClubAdmission: Contact Mrs J Steele for apersonally guided tour with theHeadmistress and to arrange anassessment or taster day.Associated Schools: Bluecoat,Merchant Taylors’ Girls Division, TheBelvedere Academy Special Facilities: Specialist ScienceLaboratory, Modern Languages Centre,Computerized Library, ICT/TechnologyRoom, Art Studio, Music Room etc

AINTREE

LONGMOOR COMMUNITYPRIMARYHall Lane, L9 0EU0151 521 5511Headteacher: Mrs Alison JohnsonEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 419 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Extra School Activities: Range ofactivities.Sports Activities: Ju Jitsu, tag rugby,dance, swimming, etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 86% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 526%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 50%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Fazakerley HighSchool, and other local schoolsincluding Church and Independent

RICE LANE INFANT ANDNURSERY SCHOOL Lynwood Road, L9 3AE0151 525 9776Headteacher: Mrs C S ChatburnEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 360 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast Club, After School ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousLanguages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Rice LaneJuniors

RICE LANE JUNIORBrockenhurst Road, L9 3BU0151 525 3356Headteacher: Mrs Margaret RowlandsEmail: [email protected]: www.ricelanejuniorschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 310 Age Range: 7-11Extra School Activities: French,

Gardening Clubs etcSports Activities: Football, Athletics,Cheerleading, Gymnastics etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 533%, Mathematics Level 4 82% Level 538%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 45%Admission: LEA

ALLERTON

BOOKER AVENUE INFANTBooker Avenue, L18 9SB0151 724 1997Headteacher: Mrs Lyn BrownEmail: [email protected]: www.bookeravenue infants.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 230 Age Range: 4-7Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: French,chess, arts/crafts, cookerySports Activities: Football, multi-skillsLanguages: French clubAdmission: LEA

BOOKER AVENUE JUNIORBooker Avenue, L18 9SB0151 724 2941Headteacher: Mr JonathanMcCauslandEmail: [email protected]: www.booker-junior.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 353 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Art, chess,ICT, adventure clubs, orchestra andchoirs, Colomendy adventure sportsSports Activities: Hockey, football,climbing, basketball, netball, crosscountrySATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 541%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 50%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

SPRINGWOOD HEATH PRIMARY SCHOOLDanefield Road, L19 4TL0151 427 7759Headteacher: Mr Phillip DanielsEmail: [email protected]: www.springwoodheath.netType of School: CommunityPupils: 216 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 52% Level 59% Mathematics Level 4 52% Level 513%, Science Level 4 65% Level 5 17%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEASpecial facilities: Swimming pool,music room

ANFIELD

ALL SAINTS CATHOLICPRIMARYOakfield Road, L4 2QG0151 263 9561Headteacher: Mr J BarnesEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 443 Age Range: 4-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast Club and Night Owls afterschoolExtra School Activities: MusicSports Activities: Cricket, netballSATS: SATS: KS2 English Level 4 69%

Level 5 22%, Mathematics Level 4 76%Level 5 21%, Science Level 4 90% Level5 40%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Anfield RoadSchool, Pinehurst Road School

ANFIELD INFANT Anfield Road, L4 0TN0151 263 1541 Headteacher: Mrs Claire Drew-WilliamsEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityAge Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Art & Craft,computer clubsSports Activities: .VariousAdmission: LEA

ANFIELD JUNIOR Anfield Road, L4 0TN0151 263 6418Headteacher: Mrs Zena ConnellyEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 255 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 75% Level 531%, Science Level 4 89% Level 5 43%Admission: LEA

PINEHURST PRIMARYPinehurst Avenue, L4 7UF0151 263 1300Headteacher: Mrs S TaskerEmail: [email protected]: www.pinehurst-primary.co.ukType of School: Community Pupils: 303 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 60% Level 516%, Mathematics Level 4 51% Level 526%, Science Level 4 58% Level 5 23%Admission: LEA

ST MARGARET’S [ANFIELD]CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARYLower Breck Road, L6 4BX0151 260 5522Headteacher: Mrs J. McCallumEmail: [email protected]: www.liverpool.schooljotter.com/stmargaretsType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 442 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4+ 91% Level5 33%, Mathematics Level 4+ 95%Level 5 31%, Science Level 4+ 100%Level 5 88%Languages: SpanishAssociated Schools: Various

BROADGREEN

BROADGREEN PRIMARYOakhill Road, L13 5UE0151 228 6692Headteacher: Ms Carol MachellEmail: c.machell@[email protected]: www.broadgreenprimary.org.uk

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Type of School: CommunityPupils: 286 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 24Extra School Activities: ArtSports Activities: Judo, football,cricket, tennis, netball.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 526%, Science Level 4 87% Level 5 40%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA and application form Special facilities: IT suites

CHILDWALL

ST PASCHAL BAYLON CATHOLIC PRIMARYChelwood Avenue, L16 2LN0151 722 0464Headteacher: Ms Clair KnowlesEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 373 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 26 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance, ICT,science, computer, art, gardeningSports Activities: Netball, athletics,footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 94% Level 551%, Mathematics Level 4 94% Level 549%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 62%Languages: SpanishAdmission: Application to GovernorsAssociated Schools: Boys St FrancisXavier, girls St Julies.Special facilities: Private nursery

CHILDWALL VALLEY PRIMARYCraighurst Road, L25 1NW0151 722 2544Headteacher: Mr Kevin BasnettEmail: childwallvalley-ao@childwallvalley. liverpool.sch.ukWeb: www.childwallvalley.orgType of School: CommunityPupils: 127 Age Range: 4-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Drama,digital photography Sports Activities: Netball, footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 48% Level 55%, Mathematics Level 4 57% Level 55%, Science Level 4 86% Level 5 10%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

CHILDWALL CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYWoolton Road, L16 0JD0151 722 1553Headteacher: Mrs Diane ShawEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 343 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: Cross stitchclub, French and Spanish, drama aswell as various others.Sports Activities: Football, cricket,cross country, athletics, netball, multisports.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 547%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 541%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 65%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Application to GovernorsAssociated Schools: St Margaret’sHigh School, Archbishop Blanch HighSchool, St Hilda’s High School, KingDavid, Bluecoat, Gateacre CommunityComprehensive School

RUDSTON INFANTRudston Road, L16 4PQ0151 722 2435Headteacher: Mrs Lynne StembalskiEmail: [email protected]: www.rudstoninfants.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 170 Age Range: 4-7

Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubs Extra School Activities: Boardgames club, African drumming, chessclub, French, wake up and shake up Sports Activities: Ball skills,gymnasticsLanguages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Rudston Juniors

RUDSTON JUNIORRudston Road, L16 4PQ0151 722 7595Headteacher: Mr Anthony McKeeEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 273 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool ClubExtra School Activities: Music,FrenchSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 539%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 38%Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: GateacreComprehensive

CITY CENTRE

HOLY CROSS CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLFontenoy Street, L3 2DU 0151 236 9505Headteacher: Mrs H BannonEmail: [email protected]: www.inourschool.com/holycrossType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 127 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast Club daily from 8am Extra School Activities: Wraparound lunchtime provision (Nursery)Sports Activities: Tag rugby,basketball, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 75% Level 515%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 10%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

PLEASANT STREET PRIMARYPleasant Street, L3 5TS0151 709 3802Headteacher: Mrs MargaretCunninghamEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 204 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 70% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 78% Level 522%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 39%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

ST NICHOLAS’ CATHOLICPRIMARYOrthes Street, L3 5XF0151 709 5532Headteacher: Mrs Anne EdmondsonEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 172 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 23Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Art andcreative danceSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 76% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 94% Level 541%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 59%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA and via School

ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC PRIMARYPitt Street, L1 5BY0151 709 2572Headteacher: Mr Philip StewartEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 215 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 22 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubSports Activities: Football, tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 516%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level 536%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 60%Languages: Spanish & FrenchAdmission: Part time nursery placesaged 3 yearsSpecial facilities: 2 computer suites,pupil support centre

CROXTETH

CROXTETH COMMUNITYPRIMARY Moss Way, L11 0BP0151 546 3140Headteacher: Mrs K McBrideEmail: [email protected]: www.croxteth-pri.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 209 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Gems - youth club,CDS - youth child developmentSATS: KS2 English Level 4 61%,Mathematics Level 4 70% Level 5 26%,Science Level 4 91% Level 5 17%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Fazakerley High,Croxteth Comprehensive, Alsop, De LaSalle, St John Bosco

OUR LADY AND ST SWITHIN’SCATHOLIC PRIMARYParkstile Lane, L11 0BQ0151 546 3868Headteacher: Ms Andrea ConnearnEmail: [email protected] Web: www.olss.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 282 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Dancing,computer club, chess, expressive arts Sports Activities: Tag rugby, football,gymnasticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92% Level 549%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 546%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 51%Languages: French Admission: Application to governorsAssociated Schools: De la Salle andSt John BoscoSpecial facilities: Nursery

DOVECOT

BLUEBERRY PARK PRIMARYAckers Hall Avenue, L14 2DY0151 233 2480Headteacher: Mrs NgendaEmail: [email protected] of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 305 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, netball,gymnastics, danceSATS: KS2 English Level 4 48% Level 512%, Mathematics Level 4 36% Level 59%, Science Level 4 58% Level 5 9%Admission: LEASpecial facilities: ICT Suite, PrimaryLearning Mentors

DOVECOT PRIMARYGrant Road, L14 0LH0151 259 4065Headteacher: Mrs Gillian JonesEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 174 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Youthclub/ICT and othersSports Activities: Football/TaeKwondo & othersSATS: KS2 English Level 4 67% Level 55%, Mathematics Level 4 67% Level 510%, Science Level 4 81% Level 5 29%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: BroadgreenHighSpecial facilities: Nursery

EDGE HILL

SMITHDOWN PRIMARYChatsworth Drive, L7 6LJ0151 709 6229Headteacher: Mrs Robina CroweEmail: [email protected]: www.smithdownprimaryschool.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 209 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Cookery, art& craftSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 59%, Mathematics Level 4 82% Level 541%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 64%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LA

ST HUGH’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY Earle Road, L7 6HE0151 733 2899Headteacher: Miss Meg BuckleyEmail: [email protected]: www.sthughscatholicprimaryliverpool.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 155 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, sports, art, children’suniversity and ICT.Extra School Activities: Residentialvisits, half and full day trips,international links, eco-friendlyactivities, school council meetings.Sports Activities: PE, swimming (Y2-Y6), athletics, football, basketball,multi-skills, gymnastics, and dance.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 54% Level 56%, Mathematics Level 4 66% Level 520%, Science Level 4 73.5% Level 533% Languages: Spanish is taught fromY4-Y6. Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: Girls Bellerive,Boys St Benedict’s

EVERTON

FAITH PRIMARYBute Street, L5 3LA0151 207 1083Headteacher: Sister Moira MeeghanEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary Aided -Joint Faith schoolPupils: 94 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Girls club,guitar clubSports Activities: Netball, indoorathletics - footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 73% Level 545%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 5


27%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 55%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Application to schoolAssociated Schools: Notre DameSpecial facilities: Nursery

FOUR OAKS COMMUNITYPRIMARYWalton Breck Road L5 0PA0151 263 4038Headteacher: Ms Sara Howard Email: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 216 Age Range: 5-11Pre & After School Activities:Contact SchoolSports Activities: Contact SchoolSATS: KS2 English Level 4 52% Level 56%, Mathematics Level 4 56% Level 56%, Science Level 4 79% Level 5 53%Admission: LEA

OUR LADY IMMACULATECATHOLIC PRIMARYNorthumberland Terrace L5 3QF0151 260 8957Headteacher: Mrs Aine BrodieEmail: [email protected] (Bursar) [email protected] (Administration Officer)Web: www.oliprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 277 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dancing &music plus othersSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 530%, Mathematics Level 4 70% Level 521%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 44%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA & GovernorsAssociated Schools: Notre Dame, Dela Salle, Archbishop BeckSpecial facilities: Nursery

THE BEACON CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYHeyworth Street, L5 3QG0151 263 4206Headteacher: Ms Sally AspinwallEmail: [email protected]: www.beaconprimary..co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 193 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club Extra School Activities: Chess,construction, arts & craft, drama, musicSports Activities: Golf, football,cricket, dance, basketball, rounders,cricketSATS: KS2 English Level 4 53% Level 57%, Mathematics Level 4 60% Level 520%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 20%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools North LiverpoolAcademy, Alsop, Archbishop Blanche,St Margaret’s CE High School, NotreDameSpecial facilities: ICT suite, Zoneparcplayground, Foundation Stage Unit.

THE TRINITY CATHOLICPRIMARYTITCHFIELD STREET L5 8UT0151 298 2917Headteacher: Mrs P DeusEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 336 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfas Club (for own schoolchildren)Extra School Activities: Extendedschool (for any child)Sports Activities: all curricular sportsactivitiesSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 526%, Science Level 4 82% Level 5 26%Admission: LEA

WHITEFIELD PRIMARY Boundary Lane, L6 2HZ0151 263 5976Headteacher: Ms Helen O’DonnellEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 250 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: Tag rugby, football,athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 30%,Mathematics Level 4 48% Level 5 9%,Science Level 4 52% Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: Mainly NorthLiverpool Academy

FAIRFIELD

PHOENIX PRIMARYBirchfield Road, L7 9LY0151 228 3831Headteacher: Mr Chris MuscatelliEmail: [email protected]: www.phoenixprimary.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 162 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 67% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 67% Level 521%, Science Level 4 71% Level 5 29%Admission: LEA

ST SEBASTIAN’S CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOL ANDNURSERYHolly Road, L7 0LH0151 260 9697Headteacher: Mr Dennis Hardiman[Executive Headteacher]Email: [email protected]: www.stsebastianscatholicprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 277 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance, art,gardening and othersSports Activities: Football, tag rugby,high fivesSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 556%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 82%Languages: Spanish & Italian clubsAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Broughton Hall &Cardinal HeenanSpecial facilities: Nursery

FAZAKERLEY

BARLOWS PRIMARYBarlows Lane, L9 9EH0151 525 2751Headteacher: Mrs Jan TaylorEmail: [email protected]: www.barlowsprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 452 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School Clubsincluding Rise and Shine, Bike ItBreakfast and Walking BusExtra School Activities: Wide Rangeof after school activities on offer.Sports Activities: Football, athletics,netball, tag rugby, cricket and othersSATS: KS2 English Level 4 95% Level 549%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 537%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 61%Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various‘OUTSTANDING’ Ofsted reportJanuary 2010

FAZAKERLEY PRIMARYFormosa Drive, L10 7LD0151 474 3060Headteacher: Mrs J CarterEmail: [email protected]: www.fazakerleyprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 322 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: DanceclassesSports Activities: Football, cricketSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 539%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 528%, Science Level 4 83% Level 5 31%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

HOLY NAME CATHOLICPRIMARYMoss Pits Lane, L10 9LG0151 525 3545Headteacher: Mrs Anne RadfordEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 350 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various SATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 78% Level 539%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 57%Admission: LEA

OUR LADY AND STPHILOMENA’S CATHOLICPRIMARYSparrow Hall Road, L9 6BU0151 525 8552Headteacher: Ms Maria MichniewskiEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 292 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Variety ofclubs: musicSports Activities: Cricket, footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 522%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 547%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 53%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA & application toschoolAssociated Schools: De La Salle, StJohn BoscoSpecial facilities: Nursery

GARSTON

BANKS ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOLBanks Road, L19 8JZ0151 427 4360Headteacher: Mrs Susan DevereuxEmail: [email protected] Web: www.banksroad.liverpoolschools.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 205 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 26Extra School Activities: Dance, art& craft, multi skills & ICT clubs yrs 7-8& 9-11, choir and recorder club, farmclub, guitar club plus othersSports Activities: Badminton,football, cricket, fencing, judo. SATS: KS2 Teacher AssessmentEnglish Level 4 91% Level 5 45%,Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 5 35%, Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: New Heys & StBenedictsSpecial facilities: Nursery

CLARENDON COLLEGEGarston Old Road L19 9AF0151 494 2094Headteacher: Pam Thornton Acting

Web: www.clarendoncollegemontessoril19.co.ukType of School: IndependentPupils: 20 plus Age Range: 3-16Average Class Size: 14 maxPre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School ClubExtra School Activities: BoosterlessonsSports Activities: VariousSATS: Contact schoolLanguages: French, SpanishAdmission: Contact school

GARSTON CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYHolman Road, L19 5NS0151 427 7517Headteacher: Mr Rick WiddowsonEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 110 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 20 Extra School Activities: Trips toParis, Colomendy and many others,nutrition clubSports Activities: Football, danceand cricket.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 520%, Science Level 4 87% Level 5 40%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLICPRIMARY Banks Road, L19 8JY0151 427 7466Headteacher: Mr Liam MulcahyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntray AidedPupils: 192 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25 Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 78% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 552%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 43%Admission: LEA

GRASSENDALE

GILMOUR INFANTSouth Bank Road, L19 9AR0151 427 6306Headteacher: Mr CorcoranEmail: [email protected]: www.gilmourinfants.co.ukType of School: InfantPupils: 224 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: ChildrensUniversitySports Activities: VariedLanguages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Gilmour JuniorsSpecial facilities: Nursery

GILMOUR JUNIORSWhitehedge Road, L19 1RD0151-427 4682Headteacher: Mr PJ GibbonsEmail: [email protected]: www.gilmourinfants.co.ukType of School: JuniorPupils: 217 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 84% Level 545%, Mathematics Level 4 89% Level 553%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 78%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEA


ST AUSTIN’S CATHOLICPRIMARYRiverbank Road, L19 9DH0151 427 1800[Headship Team]Mr Noel Vincent O’NeillMr John CarneyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 480 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Drumming,guitar lessons, samba bandSports Activities: Netball, rounders,cricketSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92% Level 546%, Mathematics Level 4 97% Level 553%, Science Level 4 99% Level 5 71% Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA Associated Schools: St Benedicts

HUNTS CROSS

HUNTS CROSS PRIMARY Kingsthorne Road, L25 0PJ0151 486 1777 Headteacher: Mrs Judith JacksonEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 258 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: Cricket, football,swimming.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 60% Level 515%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 519%, Science Level 4 81% Level 5 33%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Parklands,Halewood College

KENSINGTON

KENSINGTON INFANTBrae Street, L7 2QG0151 263 6429Headteacher: Mrs Jennifer ComishEmail: [email protected]: www.liverpool.schooljotter.com/kensingtoninfantsType of School: CommunityPupils: 215 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: Sewing, art,gym club, board games, cookery,gardening, SpanishSports Activities: FootballLanguages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

KENSINGTON JUNIORBrae Street, L7 2QG0151 263 1911 Headteacher: Mrs Davies (Deputy)Email: [email protected]: www.kensingtonjuniorschoolliverpool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 188 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 26 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: Drama,band, pottery, healthy eating, IT,homework club etcSports Activities: Football, netball,tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 53% Level 511%, Mathematics Level 4 69% Level 519%, Science Level 4 75% Level 5 19%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Broadgreen, StFrancis of Assisi Academy

NEW PARK PRIMARYButler Street, L6 9EU0151 263 4447Headteacher: Mrs Karen Hutchings

Email: [email protected]: www.newparkprimary.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 362 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25 Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 73% Level 514%, Mathematics Level 4 63% Level 512%, Science Level 4 78% Level 5 18%Languages: FrenchAdmissions: LEA

SACRED HEART CATHOLICPRIMARYHall Lane, L7 8TQ0151 709 1782Headteacher: Mr Charles DanielsEmail: [email protected]: www.sacredheartliverpool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 178 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsSports Activities: Netball, rugby,footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 540%, Science Level 4 80% Level 5 48%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

ST ANNE’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY Overbury Street, L7 3HJ0151 709 1698Headteacher: Mrs Janice ShieldsEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 219 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, basketballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 65% Level 518%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 518%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 47%Admission: LEA

ST MICHAEL’S CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLGuion Street, L6 9DU0151 263 8460/263 2995Headteacher: Mr Anthony HegartyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 304 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Art club,healthy eatingSports Activities: Athletics, football,swimmingSATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 533%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 56%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Francis ofAssisi Academy

KIRKDALE

KIRKDALE, ST LAWRENCECHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARYFonthill Road, L4 1QD0151 922 2775Headteacher: Mrs Jenny ForshawEmail: [email protected]: www.kirkdale.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 206 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Gardening,art, ICTSports Activities: Football SATS: KS2 English Level 4 55% Level 514%, Mathematics Level 4 66% Level 538%, Science Level 4 79% Level 5 24%

Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Alsop HighSchool

ST JOHN’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY Sessions Road, L4 1SR0151 922 1924Headteacher: Ms Denise MaudsleyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 314 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Music, artSports Activities: GymnasticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 66% Level 56%, Mathematics Level 4 71% Level 517%, Science Level 4 80% Level 5 23%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

KNOTTY ASH

KNOTTY ASH PRIMARY Thomas Lane, L14 5NX0151 228 4222 Headteacher: Mr Tim ByrneEmail: [email protected]: www.knottyashprimaryschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 253 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Signing,singing choirsSports Activities: Football, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 78% Level 519%, Mathematics Level 4 72% Level 534%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 41%Languages: GermanAdmission: LEA

MOSSLEY HILL

CARLETON HOUSEPREPARATORY SCHOOLMenlove Avenue L18 3EE0151 722 0756Headteacher: Fiona Mintz (acting)Email: [email protected]: www.carletonhouse.co.ukType of School: IndependentPreparatory – Co-edPupils: 144 Age Range: 4-11 Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:OFSTED registered after hoursprovisionExtra School Activities: Spanish, art,eco club, adventure service challenge,chessSports Activities: Football, netball,cross country, athletics, cricket,rounders, swimmingSATS: (2006) KS2 English Level 4 95%Level 5 69%, Mathematics Level 4 95%Level 5 79%, Science Level 4 100%Level 5 89%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Entry at age and informalassessment, subsequent years English,mathematics

DOVEDALE INFANTHerondale Road, L18 1JX0151 733 4232Headteacher: Mrs Jane NobleEmail: [email protected]: www.dovedale-inf.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 241 Age Range: 5-7Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Chess,gardening, recorder Sports Activities: Soccer skillsLanguages: GermanAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Dovedale Junior

DOVEDALE JUNIORHerondale Road, L18 1JX0151 733 2713Headteacher: Mr Nik SmithEmail: [email protected]: www.dovedale-jun.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 335 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Chess,reading, sewing, tap dancing.Sports Activities: Football, athletics,tag rugby, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 541%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 45%Languages: GermanAdmission: LEASpecial facilities: Smartboards,computer suite

GREENBANK PRIMARYMossley Avenue, L18 1HG0151 522 5748Headteacher: Ms Debra MendyEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 406 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance,band, choir, yoga, artSports Activities: Football, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 73% Level 517%, Mathematics Level 4 71% Level 519%, Science Level 4 77% Level 5 29%Languages: GermanAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: variousincluding Calderstones, Broadgreen

ST ANTHONY OF PADUACATHOLIC PRIMARYSands Road, L18 8BD0151 724 3233Headteacher: Mrs Paula JacobsEmail: [email protected]: www.stanthonyofpadua.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 192 Age Range: 4-11Maximum Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 544%, Mathematics Level 4 97% Level 541%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 53%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

NETHERLEY

BELLE VALE COMMUNITYPRIMARYBesford Road, L25 2QF0151 487 8571Headteacher: Mrs Janet PotterEmail: [email protected]: www.bellevaleprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 250 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Arts &crafts etcSports Activities: Lunchtimemultisport, footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 72% Level 58%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 16%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

NORMAN PANNELL PRIMARYBrownbill Bank, L27 7AE0151 487 7718 Headteacher: Mr Alan PriceEmail: [email protected]: www.normanpannell.com


Type of School: CommunityPupils: 215 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 69% Level 515%, Mathematics Level 4 69% Level 512%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 35%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: GateacreCommunity ComprehensiveSpecial facilities: New swimmingpool

ST GREGORY’S CATHOLICPRIMARYMontreal Road, L27 7AG0151 498 4313Headteacher: Mrs RobertsEmail: [email protected]: stgregory.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 227 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 26Sports Activities: Cricket, golf,rounders, netball, swimming, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 68% Level 513% Science Level 4 77% Level 5 10%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Saint FrancisXavier, St Julie’s

NORRIS GREEN

BROAD SQUARE PRIMARYBroad Square, L11 1BS0151 226 1117Headteacher: Mrs Elaine SpencerEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 281 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:VariousSports Activities: Sport and DanceSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 522%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 528%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 50%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Alsop HighSchool

LEAMINGTON PRIMARYLeamington Road, L11 7BT0151 284 7848Headteacher: Ms Marie Egerton-JonesEmail: [email protected]: www.leamingtonprimary.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 402 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Various Sports Activities: Football, hockey,basketball, swimmingSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 517%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 546%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 67%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Alsop HighSchool

MONKSDOWN PRIMARYFrinstead Road, L11 1HH0151 226 1606 Headteacher: Stephanie GoughEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 296 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various

SATS: KS2 English Level 4 70% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 67% Level 523%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 40%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Localsecondaries

RANWORTH SQUARE PRIMARYRanworth Square, L11 3DQ0151 226 1740Headteacher: Mrs Eryl OwenEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 151 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 23 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Music,brass, violins, woodwind and guitars,art and craft, computers and boardgamesSports Activities: Girls and boysfootball teams, other inter schoolcompetitions, netball, tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 78% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 84% Level 538%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 56%Languages: Spanish Admission: LEA

ST TERESA’S CATHOLIC JUNIORUtting Avenue East, L11 1DD0151 226 5020Headteacher: Angela WilliamsEmail: [email protected] [email protected]: www.stteresas.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 261 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:VariousExtra School Activities: VariousSATS: (2008) KS2 English Level 4 67%Level 5 14% Mathematics Level 4 64%Level 5 13%, Science Level 4 83% Level5 23%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St John Bosco,De La Salle

ST TERESA OF LISIEUXCATHOLIC INFANTUtting Avenue East, Norris Green, L11 1DB0151 226 5018Headteacher: Mrs Angela WilliamsEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 300 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 22Extra School Activities: Art & Craft,first aid, colour fun, maths club,country dancingLanguages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Teresa’sJunior

WELLESBOURNE PRIMARYAbbotsford Road, L11 5BA0151 226 9765Headteacher: Mrs Marj MallonEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 324 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various throughoutthe year with partner schoolsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 538%, Mathematics Level 4 70% Level 523%, Science Level 4 73% Level 5 28%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various,Croxteth

OLD SWAN

ST ANNE’S [STANLEY] CHURCHOF ENGLAND PRIMARYPrescot Road, L13 3BT0151 228 1506Headteacher: Mr Paul BolgerEmail: [email protected]: www.st-anne-stanley-school.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 360 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities: Afterschool careExtra School Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 530%, Mathematics Level 4 89% Level 530%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 45%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

ST CUTHBERT’S CATHOLICPRIMARYAviemore Road, L13 3BB0151 228 4137Headteacher: Mr Dennis Hardiman[Executive Headteacher]Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 139 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Enterprise,choirsSports Activities: Athletics, football,cross country, generic sportsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 536%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 536%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 41%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Broughton Hall,Cardinal Heenan

ST OSWALD’S CATHOLIC INFANTSt Oswald Street, L13 5SB0151 228 8436Headteacher: Miss Rita O’Brien(Acting)Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 330 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Art, dance,ju-jitsuSports Activities: Multi sports/ skills Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Oswald’sCatholic Junior

ST OSWALD’S CATHOLIC JUNIORMontague Road, L13 5TE0151 259 4580Headteacher: Ms Mary Walsh(Acting)Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 291 Age Range: 7-11Extra School Activities: ContactschoolSports Activities: Contact schoolSATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 534%, Mathematics Level 4 59% Level 532%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 43%Admission: LEA

SEFTON PARK

AUCKLAND COLLEGE 65 Parkfield Road, L17 4LE0151 727 0083Principal: Mr Anthony AkaraonyeEmail: [email protected]: www.auckland college.comType of School: IndependentPupils: 160 Age Range: 4-18 Average Class Size: 16Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Cinema

club/art class/drama, science, plusbooster classes for all exams,homework clubSports Activities: In curriculum,football, gymnastics, swimming,cricket, fitness, rock climbing,rounders, volley ball, badminton,athletics, canoeing, kayaking, sailingand various fundraising walksSATS: Contact schoolLanguages: SpanishAdmission: Tour, day visit, recentreport, feedback meeting, appointmentwith Principal.Associated Schools: ContactAucklandSpecial facilities: Lab, IT Suite

SPEKE

MIDDLEFIELD PRIMARYAlderwood Avenue, L24 2UE0151 486 4106Headteacher: Mrs Paula JuddEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 303 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 528% Mathematics Level 4 78% Level 513%, Science Level 4 78% Level 5 25%Admission: LEA

STOCKTON WOOD PRIMARYAll Saints Road, L24 3TF0151 486 1778/486 2471Headteacher: Mrs Susannah StaceyEmail: [email protected]: www.stocktonwood.liverpoolschools.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 289 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Saturdaygym clubSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 58%, Mathematics Level 4 64% Level 512%, Science Level 4 72% Level 5 24%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

ST AMBROSE CATHOLICPRIMARYAlderfield Drive, L24 7SF0151 425 2306Headteacher: Mr Anthony BuckleyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 243 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level5 58%, Science Level 4 100% Level 567%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Benedicts

ST CHRISTOPHER’S CATHOLICPRIMARYTarbock Road, L24 0SN0151 486 2835Headteacher: Mrs Collette DenbyEmail: [email protected]: stchristophers.liverpoolschools.org.ukType of School: Volunatry AidedPupils: 371 Age Range: 3-11Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 65% Level 52%, Mathematics Level 4 60% Level 519%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 26%Admission: LEA


STONEYCROFT

CORINTHIAN COMMUNITYPRIMARYInigo Road, L13 6SH0151 228 5806Headteacher: Mr Gary CrockettEmail: [email protected]: www.corinthianprimary.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 401 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: ChoirSports Activities: Football, crosscountrySATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 519%, Mathematics Level 4 89% Level 537%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 34%Languages: French Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: Holly Lodge,West Derby, Broadgreen

TOXTETH

KINGSLEY COMMUNITYPRIMARYEversley Street, L8 2TU0151 709 6727Headteacher: Ms Elaine ReesEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 223 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 63% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 71% Level 542%, Science Level 4 79% Level 5 50%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

MATTHEW ARNOLD PRIMARYSCHOOL & DINGLE LANECHILDREN CENTREDingle Lane, L8 9UB0151 233 4900Headteacher: Mr Gary MasonEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 250 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 550%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 556%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 69%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLICPRIMARYUpper Essex Street, L8 6QB0151 709 3672Headteacher: Mr Joe WelshType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 320 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Dancing,African drumming Sports Activities: Football, Runningclub and Walking club (Once a Month)SATS: KS2 English Level 4 58% Level 512%, Mathematics Level 4 77% Level 535%, Science Level 4 85% Level 5 27%Admission: LEA

ST CLEOPAS’ CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYBeresford Road, L8 4RP0151 727 1725Headteacher: Miss Ruth FrainEmail: [email protected]: www.stcleopas.co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 234 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30

Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities:Cheerleading, dance, recorderSports Activities: Football etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 69% Level 514%, Mathematics Level 4 69% Level 517%, Science Level 4 79% Level 5 28%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Shorefields

ST FINBAR’S CATHOLICPRIMARYSouth Hill Road, L8 9RY0151 727 3963Headteacher: Mrs Rita BibbyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 143 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 23Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 58% Level 516%, Mathematics Level 4 53% Level 55%, Science Level 4 63% Level 5 11%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Bellerive, StBenedicts

ST PATRICK’S CATHOLICPRIMARYUpper Hill Street, L8 5UX0151 709 1062Headteacher: Mr Terence KirwanEmail: [email protected]: www.st-patricks.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 167 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities: ArtclubSports Activities: Gym clubSATS: KS2 English Level 4 84% Level 54%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 520%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 40%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Bellerive,Liverpool Academy

ST SILAS’ CHURCH OF ENGLANDPRIMARYPengwern Street, L8 3TP0151 727 6067Headteacher: Mr NicholsEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 167 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: DancingSports Activities: Football, basketballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 524%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 40%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Shorefields

WINDSOR COMMUNITY PRIMARYUpper Hill Street, L8 8JE0151 709 6769Headteacher: Ms Ann ElfordEmail: [email protected]: www.windsor-cp.school.talktalk.netType of School: CommunityPupils: 167 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 18Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 524%, Science Level 4 82% Level 5 29%Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: Shorefields

TUEBROOK

LISTER INFANT SCHOOLGreen Lane, L13 7DT0151 228 4069Headteacher: Mrs Jean McEwanEmail: [email protected]: www.listerinfants.org.ukType of School: Infants/nurseryPupils: 225 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 29Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousLanguages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Lister Junior

LISTER JUNIOR SCHOOLGreen Lane, L13 7DT0151 228 4196Headteacher: Mr Simon KingEmail: [email protected]: www.inourschool.com/listerType of School: CommunityPupils: 249 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30 Sports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 523%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 544%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 52%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: West DerbyComprehensive, Holly Lodge

ROSCOE INFANTAlison Road, L13 9AD0151 226 1536Headteacher: Mrs Amanda AndersEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: Contact schoolExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Roscoe Junior

ROSCOE COMMUNITY PRIMARYAlison Road, L13 9AD0151 226 1536Headteacher: Mrs Amanda AndersEmail: [email protected]: www.roscoeschool.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 346 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 58% Level 59%, Mathematics Level 4 54% Level 528%, Science Level 4 70% Level 5 19%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: West DerbyComprehensive, Holly Lodge

ST CECILIA’S CATHOLIC INFANTSnaefell Avenue, L13 7HB0151 220 2153Headteacher: Mrs Van de WaalEmail: [email protected] of School: FoundationPupils: 200 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: DanceSports Activities: Football, multisportLanguages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Cecilia’sJunior

ST CECILIA’S CATHOLIC JUNIORGreen Lane, L13 7EA0151 228 1760Headteacher: Mr Charles CoyneEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 217 Age Range: 7-11

Average Class Size: 29Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 531%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 531%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 37%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Broughton Hall,Cardinal Heenan

VAUXHALL

THE TRINITY CATHOLICPRIMARYTitchfield Street, L5 8UT0151 298 2917Headteacher: Mrs Patricia DeusEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 336 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubs Sports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 526%, Science Level 4 82% Level 5 26%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Set criteriaAssociated Schools: Notre Dame,Archbishop BeckSpecial facilities: Special needssupport

WALTON

ARNOT COMMUNITY PRIMARYArnot Street, L4 4ED0151 286 1400Headteacher: Mr ShawEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 419 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 50% Level 55%, Mathematics Level 4 68% Level 521%, Science Level 4 77% Level 5 23%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Alsop

BLESSED SACRAMENTCATHOLIC INFANTHunslet Road, L9 9JQ0151 525 3528Headteacher: Mrs Catherine DolleyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 388 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: LunchtimeClubs – football, art, ICT, countrydancing and champion challengeAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: BlessedSacrament Catholic JuniorSpecial facilities: Nursery

BLESSED SACRAMENTCATHOLIC JUNIORCedar Road, L9 9AF0151 525 9600Headteacher: Ms Jackie Gouldson(Acting)(Email: [email protected]: www.bscjs.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 387 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: Choir,orchestra, arts club, ICT and CC4GSports Activities: Football, athletics,netball, cricket, etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 81% Level 5


23%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 34%Languages: SpanishAdmission: Set criteriaAssociated Schools: ArchbishopBeck and Maricourt

FLORENCE MELLY PRIMARYBushey Road, L4 9UA0151 226 9806Headteacher: Mr Alan ReevesEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 435 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 553%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 45%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEA

GWLADYS STREET PRIMARYAND NURSERYWalton Lane, L4 5RW0151 525 0843Headteacher: Miss BoothEmail: [email protected]: www.gwladystreet.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 454 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubs Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Swimming, variousPE activities SATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 540%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 541%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 69%Languages: Spanish Admission: LEA

NORTHCOTE PRIMARY SCHOOLCavendish Drive, L9 1HW0151 284 19190151 233 4610Headteacher: Mr Roy MorganEmail: [email protected]: www.northcoteschool.comType of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 336 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubs Extra School Activities: Reading,homework and computer clubsSports Activities: Football, tag-rugby,tennis, cricket, rounders, netball,swimming, watersports, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 71% Level 57%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 524%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 33%Languages: Polish Admission: LEA and set criteriaMain Associated Schools AlsopHigh School, Hillside High SchoolSpecial facilities: Nursery, sports hall,I.C.T. suite

ST FRANCIS DE SALESCATHOLIC INFANT ANDNURSERYMargaret Road, L4 3RX0151 525 8489Headteacher: Miss Clare SuffieldEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 390 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 24 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsAdmission: LEA

ST FRANCIS DE SALESCATHOLIC JUNIOR MIXEDHale Road, L4 3RL0151 525 7602Headteacher: Mrs Ellen SeymourEmail: [email protected]: www.st-francis-de-sales.co.uk

Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 389 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:VariousExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 86% Level 531%, Mathematics Level 4 92% Level 552% Science Level 4 96% Level 5 61%Languages: SpanishAdmission: Set criteriaAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: Special needssupport

ST MATTHEW’S CATHOLICPRIMARYQueens Drive, L4 8UA0151 226 1871Headteacher: Mrs VeronicaMcDonnellEmail: [email protected]: www.stmatthewsprimaryschool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 354 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:External After School clubExtra School Activities: Computerclub. etcSports Activities: Athletics, football,tag rugby, karate, etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 535%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 40%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: De La Salle, StJohn BoscoSpecial facilities: Two IT Suites, newhall.

WAVERTREE

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLICPRIMARYMeadway, L15 7LZ0151 722 3462Headteacher: Mrs J HenniganEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 339 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 28 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 530%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 532%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 42%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: VA Governing Body andLA proceduresAssociated Schools: St Julies, StFrancis Xavier

HEY GREEN COMMUNITYPRIMARYTaunton Street, L15 4ND0151 733 1719Headteacher: Mrs Susan DoyleEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 189 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Variesthroughout the yearSports Activities: Varies throughoutthe year, football etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 65% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 52% Level 59%, Science Level 4 74% Level 5 17%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: ChildwallComprehensive

KING DAVID PRIMARYBeauclair Drive, L15 6XH0151 722 3372 0151 722 3469 Headteacher: Ms Rachel Roberts

Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 420 Age Range: 5-11Extra School Activities: Chess,orchestra, high five, choirSports Activities: Football, athletics,tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 86% Level 539%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 544%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 42%Admission: Application form with setcriteria

LAWRENCE COMMUNITYPRIMARYLawrence Road, L15 0EE0151 733 2556/733 3558Headteacher: Mr Mark RigbyEmail: [email protected]: www.lawrence-primary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 387 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsSports Activities: Football, fencing,judo, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 60% Level 55%, Mathematics Level 4 71% Level 531%, Science Level 4 84% Level 5 41%Languages: Spanish, French, Arabic,Bengali, UrduAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: ChildwallComprehensive, Calderstones

MOSSPITS INFANTMosspits Lane, L15 6UN0151 722 2122Headteacher: Mrs Barbara WooseyEmail: [email protected]: www.mosspits.comType of School: Community InfantPupils: 180 Age Range: 4-7 Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubs Extra School Activities: Spanish,jujitsuSports Activities: Dance, gym, gamesLanguages: Liverpool LanguageAcademy hold a class after schooldepending upon numbersAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Mosspits Junior

MOSSPITS JUNIORMosspits Lane, L15 6UN0151 722 1716Headteacher: Miss Louise EverittEmail: [email protected]: www.mosspits.com Type of School: CommunityPupils: 228 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance,cheerleading, ICT club, maths club,chess club, gardening club, dramaclub, guitar club, keyboard club andmany more.Sports Activities: Football, cricket,cross country, athletics, tennis,basketball, netball, roundersSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 535%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 547%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 65%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

NORTHWAY PRIMARY &NURSERY SCHOOLNorthway, L15 7JQ0151 722 3540/722 1024Headteacher: Mr Paul AndersonEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 231 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Various

Sports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 531%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 538%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 54%Admission: LEA

OUR LADY OF GOOD HELPCATHOLIC PRIMARYSouth Drive, L15 8JL0151 733 6937Headteacher: Mrs Susan HorncastleEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 154 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 20 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Ballroomdancing, chess, music, danceSports Activities: Football etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 67% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 81% Level 529%, Science Level 4 86% Level 5 33%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Julies, StFrancis Xavier

ST CLARE’S CATHOLIC PRIMARYGarmoyle Close, L15 0DW0151 733 4318Headteacher: Mr Michael HennesseyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 248 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Sports Activities: Athletics,Swimming.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 527%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 540%, Science Level 4 87% Level 5 53%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Bellerive, StFrancis Xavier

WAVERTREE CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARYRose Villas, L15 8HJ0151 733 1231Headteacher: Mrs Anna BrooksbankEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 178 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 535%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 540%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 65%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: ChildwallComprehensive, BroadgreenInternational High

WEST DERBY

BLACKMOOR PARK JUNIORLeyfield Road, L12 9HB0151 228 3250 Headteacher: Mr Martin DaviesEmail: [email protected]. sch.ukWeb: www.blackmoorpark.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 350 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: Afterschool clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 531%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 36%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: West Derby,Holly Lodge


EMMAUS CHURCH OF ENGLANDAND CATHOLIC PRIMARYFir Tree Drive South, L12 0JE0151 233 1414Headteacher: Mr Alan WilliamsEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 481 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Choir,orchestra, art club, recorderSports Activities: Netball, athletics,football, fencing, ju-jitsuSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 540%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 58%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Apply to schoolAssociated Schools: Various Special facilities: Nursery

MAB LANE JUNIOR MIXED ANDINFANTMab Lane, L12 6QL0151 259 4282Headteacher: Mrs June ToddEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 253 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 52% Level 57%, Mathematics Level 4 70% Level 515%, Science Level 4 70% Level 5 15%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: Early years speechand language

RUNNYMEDE ST EDWARD’SSCHOOLNorth Drive, L12 1LE0151 281 2300Headteacher: Ms Sally CarterEmail: [email protected]: www.runnymede-school.org.ukType of School: Catholic IndependentPupils: 260 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Orchestra,drama, drumming, musical theatreSports Activities: Rugby, football,netball, cricket, hockey, cross country,swimming, PELanguages: French, SpanishAdmission: Set criteriaSpecial facilities: Shares sportsfacilities with St Edward’s College.

ST MARY’S [WEST DERBY]CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARYMeadow Lane, L12 5EA0151 226 2038Headteacher: Mr FloodEmail: [email protected]: stmaryswestderby.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 213 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: Afterschool clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 94% Level 534%, Mathematics Level 4 78% Level 547%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 50%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

ST PAUL’S CATHOLIC JUNIORSpring Grove, L12 8SJ0151 228 1159Headteacher: Mr Paul WardEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 498 Age Range: 7-11

Average Class Size: 32Pre & After School Activities:VariousSports Activities: Various.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 530%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 532%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 54%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Broughton Hall,Cardinal Heenan

ST PAUL’S AND ST TIMOTHY’SCATHOLIC INFANTSouth Parkside Drive, L12 8RP0151 228 2114Headteacher: Mrs Maria EvesEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 359 Extra School Activities: ContactschoolSports Activities: Contact schoolAdmission: LEA & set criteria

WOOLTON

BISHOP MARTIN CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYChurch Road, L25 5JF0151 428 6295Headteacher: Mr D McBrideEmail: [email protected]: www.bishop-martinpri-school-liv.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 199 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakast & After school clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, crosscountry, tennis, swimming, netball,fencing, judo, basketball.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 530%, Mathematics Level 4 93% Level 548%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 59%Languages: FrenchAdmission: Set criteria

MUCH WOOLTON CATHOLICPRIMARYWatergate Lane, L25 8QH0151 428 6114Headteacher: Mr James KeoghEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 409 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Choir,recorder, ICT clubSports Activities: Boys & girlsfootball, netball, athletics, crosscountry, judo, fencingSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92% Level 537%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 542%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 43%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St FrancisXavier, St Julies

OUR LADY’S BISHOP ETONCATHOLIC PRIMARYGreen Lane, L18 2EP0151 722 2982Headteacher: Mrs Debbie BostockEmail: [email protected]: www.ourladysbishopeton.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 399 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 97% Level 545%, Mathematics Level 4 95% Level 550%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 62%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEA

Associated Schools: Saint FrancisXavier, St Julie’s

OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTIONCATHOLIC PRIMARYHedgefield Road, L25 2RW0151 487 9301Headteacher: Mr Martin BurkeEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 218 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 75% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 68% Level 525%, Science Level 4 86% Level 5 39%Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA

WOOLTON INFANTOut Lane, L25 5NN0151 428 3066Headteacher: Mrs Ann Thompson(Acting)Email: [email protected]: www.wooltoninfants.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 278 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubExtra School Activities: Sports Activities: FootballLanguages: Spanish, French.Admission: LEA

WOOLTON JUNIOROut Lane, L25 5NN0151 428 3235Headteacher: Mr Kevin NolanEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 309 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsSports Activities: Football, crosscountry, handball, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 74% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 71% Level 524%, Science Level 4 89% Level 5 29%Admission: LEA

KNOWSLEYCRONTON

CRONTON C OF E PRIMARYSmithy Lane, WA8 5DF0151 424 3881Headteacher: Sylvia ThomsonEmail: [email protected] Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 260 Age Range: 4-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 570%, Mathematics Level 4 93% Level 567%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 57%

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLHall Lane, WA8 5DW0151 424 3926Headteacher: Janette Cook-HannahEmail: [email protected]: www.holyfamilycronton.ik.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 211 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Guitarlessons, Spanish, art, dramaSports Activities: Rounders, netball,footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 522%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 563%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 67%Admission: KEAAssociated Schools: SS Peter & PaulHigh School

HALEWOOD

GREENGATES COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLLeathers Lane, L26 1XQ0151 288 8900Headteacher: Anne JohnstonType of School: CommunityPupils: 178 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Art Sports Activities: Judo, football,indoor multi sports, golfSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 522%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 552%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 52%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: KEA

HALEWOOD CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOLChurch Road, L26 6LB0151 487 5673Headteacher: Mr David SmithEmail: halewoodce.de@ knowsley.gov.ukWeb:www.halewoodcofe.knowsley.gov.ukType of School: PrimaryPupils: 293 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: Art, MFL,choir, samba clubsSports Activities: Sports clubSATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level5 46%, Mathematics Level 4 100%Level 5 57%, Science Level 4 100%Level 5 66%Languages: Spanish, German andFrench Admission: Application form Associated Schools: HalewoodCollege

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLICPRIMARYArncliffe Road, L25 9PA0151 288 8950Headteacher: Mrs C Hailton Web: www.holyfamilyhalewood.co.ukType of School: Voluntary aided Pupils: 313 Age Range: 3-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 95%, Level5 43%, Mathematics Level 4 82%, Level5 36%, Science Level 4 100% Level 539%. Admission: KEA

KNOWSLEY SOUTHERNPRIMARY SUPPORT CENTREArncliffe Road, L25 9QE0151 288 8950Head of Centre: Miss RichardsCentre Based Headteacher: NaomiRichardsEmail: [email protected]: www.knowsleysouthern.co.ukType of School: Special Pupils: 22 Age Range: 4-11SATS: No results available Admission: By assessment

PLANTATION PRIMARY SCHOOLHollies Road, L26 0TH0151 487 5678Headteacher: Mike Storey O.B.EEmail: [email protected] of School: Primary SchoolPupils: 598 Age Range: 3-11 Average Clas size: 30 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities:Music/instrumentsSports Activities: Football, tag rugby,netball, cricket, swimming, crosscountrySATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 69%, Level 538%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 38% Admission: KEAAssociated Schools: Various, mainlyHalewood College


ST ANDREW THE APOSTLECATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLHigher Road, L26 1TD0151 288 8940Headteacher: Mrs J CunninghamEmail: [email protected]: www.standrewapostle.co.ukType of School: Mixed Primary Pupils: 247 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 74%, Level 513%, Mathematics Level 4 74%, Level 526%, Science Level 4 84% Level 5 35%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St Julies, StFrancis Xaviers

ST MARK’S CATHOLIC PRIMARYFir Avenue, L26 0XR0151 288 8950Headteacher: Mrs M GilbertsonEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary Aided Pupils: 142 Age Range: 3-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 78%, Level5 11%, Mathematics Level 4 83%, Level5 28%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 544%.Admission: KEA and set criteria

HUYTON

BLACKLOW BROW PRIMARYSCHOOLTarbock Road, L36 5XW0151 477 8010Headteacher: Sheila WalmsleyEmail: [email protected]: www.blacklowbrow.co.ukType of School: Primary Pupils: 251 Age Range: 3-11Extra School Activities: Choir, multisports, swimming, French, craft club,instrumental lessons - violin, keyboard,samba.Sports Activities: Football, netball,swimming, cross country, athletics,judo, multi sport, danceSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90%, Level5 40% Mathematics Level 4 93%, Level5 50%, Science Level 4 97%, Level 563%.Admission: KEA or set criteria

HUYTON WITH ROBY C OF EAIDED PRIMARY SCHOOLRupert Road, L36 9TF0151 477 8460Headteacher: Mike CooperEmail: [email protected] of School: Church of EnglandPrimary SchoolPupils: 476 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dancing,choir, drama, recorder, Christian club,gardening club.Sports Activities: Physical education,football, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90%, Level 544%, Mathematics Level 4 86%, Level 520%, Science Level 4 92%, Level 5 36%.Admission: KEA or set criteria

KNOWSLEY CENTRAL PRIMARYSUPPORT CENTREMossbrow Road, L36 7SY0151 477 8450Headteacher: Mrs Patricia ThomasEmail: [email protected]: www.knowsleycentral.comType of School: SpecialPupils: 55 Age Range: 2-11 Average Class Size: 8Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Drama,homework

Sports Activities: PE, footballSATS: N/AAdmission: LEA

LONGVIEW COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLAstley Road, L36 8DB01514778240Headteacher: Keith SkinnerEmail: [email protected]: www.longviewprimary.co.ukType of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 317 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast Club and After School ClubExtra School Activities: Football,cross country, cricket, etcSports Activities: Swimming, P.E.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 58%, Level5 2%, Mathematics Level 4 79%, Level5 35%, Science Level 4 84%, Level 526%Admission: KEALanguages: FrenchAssociated Schools: Knowsley Hey,Prescot

MALVERN PRIMARY SCHOOLWilloughby Road, L14 6XA0151 477 8230Headteacher: Mrs Julie PeachEmail: [email protected]: www.malvernprimary.knowlsey.gov.ukType of School: Mixed PrimarySchool Pupils: 364 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool clubExtra School Activities: Drama, art,maths, reading, FrenchSports Activities: Physical education,cross country, rugby, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 73%, Level 511%, Mathematics Level 4 78%, Level 520%, Science Level 4 96%, Level 5 40%.Languages: French club Admission: KEA or set criteria

MOSSCROFT PRIMARY SCHOOLBedford Close, L36 1XH0151 477 8190Headteacher: Jill AlbertinaEmail: [email protected] of School: Community schoolPupils: 157 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 22Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, netball,cricket etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82%, Level 532%, Mathematics Level 4 82%, Level 550%, Science Level 4 91%, Level 5 64%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEA or set criteriaAssociated Schools: Knowsley Hey

PARK VIEW PRIMARY SCHOOLTwig Lane, L36 2LL0151 477 8120Headteacher: Mr Jimmy ShawEmail: [email protected] of School: Community schoolPupils: 307 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 25Extra School Activities: Chess, art,cookerySports Activities: Football, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 74%, Level5 15%, Mathematics Level 4 90%, Level5 21%, Science Level 4 95%, Level 533%. Admission: KEA

ROBY PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL Easton Road, L36 4NY0151 477 8340Headteacher: Miss HarrisonEmail: [email protected] of School: Mixed communityschoolPupils: 231 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities: PlayTotsExtra School Activities: Dance

Sports Activities: Physical education,football, netball, cricket and athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 60%, Level5 10%, Mathematics Level 4 63%, Level5 10%, Science Level 4 67%, Level 513%. Admission: KEA or set criteriaAssociated Schools: Bowring

ST AIDAN'S CATHOLIC PRIMARYSCHOOLAdswood Road, L36 7XR0151 477 8370Headteacher: Moira KennewayEmail: [email protected]: www.staidanscatholicprimary.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 187 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 27Extra School Activities: Musicals,board games, homework club Sports Activities: Football, netball,athletics, cross country, judo, tagrugby, cricket and basketballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 57%, Level5 4%, Mathematics Level 4 87%, Level5 39%, Science Level 4 87%, Level 522%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith

ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLTwig Lane, L36 2LF0151 477 8110Headteacher: Ms B BasnettEmail: [email protected] of School: Mixed voluntaryaided school Pupils: 284 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubExtra School Activities: Drama, artclubSports Activities: Football, athletics,etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88%, Level5 4%, Mathematics Level 4 96%, Level5 31%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 538%. Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith

ST ANNES CATHOLIC PRIMARYSCHOOLMarina Crescent, L36 5XL0151 477 8260Headteacher: Maggie KeatingEmail: [email protected]: www.stannesprimary.ik.orgType of School: Mixed Catholicvoluntary aided schoolPupils: 210 Age Range: 4-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: DanceSports Activities: Multi sportsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 97%, Level5 41%, Mathematics Level 4 86%, Level5 34%, Science Level 4 93%, Level 548%. Admission: KEA

ST COLUMBAS CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLHillside Road, L36 8BL0151 477 8360Headteacher: Ronan DunneEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 259 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 32Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Dance anddramaSports Activities: Football, athleticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81%, Level5 14%, Mathematics Level 4 81%, Level5 22%, Science Level 4 84%, Level 524%.

Associated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith

ST DOMINICS CATHOLIC INFANTSCHOOLSouthdean Road, L14 8UL0151 477 8280Headteacher: Jayne DunnEmail: [email protected] of School: FederatedPupils: 185 Age Range: 4-7Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Fitbods,dancingSports Activities: FootballLanguages: SpanishAdmission: KEA

ST DOMINICS CATHOLIC JUNIORSCHOOLSouthdean Road, L14 8UL0151 477 8300Headteacher: Jayne DunnEmail: [email protected] of School: FederatedPupils: 189 Age Range: 7-11 Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Fitbods,dancingSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 86%, Level5 30%, Mathematics Level 4 88%, Level5 47%, Science Level 4 98%, Level 560%. Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEA

ST GABRIELS CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOLEllis Ashton Street, L36 6BH0151 477 8250Headteacher: Kevin BrayshawWeb: www.stgabrielshuyton.infoEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 232 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Music, art,choirSports Activities: PE, football,netball, judoSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83%, Level5 50%, Mathematics Level 4 83%, Level5 46%, Science Level 4 83%, Level 567%. Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Knowsley Hey,St Hildas, Archbishop Blanch andothers.

ST JOSEPHS CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLEdenfield Crescent, L36 6DS0151 489 4072Headteacher: Charlie NewsteadWeb: www.stjosephshuyton.co.ukEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 185 Age Range: 5-11Extra School Activities: Art, maths,band, magazine clubSports Activities: Physical education,football, rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 90%, Level5 38%, Mathematics Level 4 86%, Level5 38%, Science Level 4 93%, Level 562%. Admission: KEA

ST MARGARET MARY’SCATHOLIC INFANT SCHOOLPilch Lane, L14 0JG0151 477 8490Headteacher: Miss P DeeganEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedAge Range: 4-7Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousAdmission: KEA and set criteria


ST MARGARET MARY’SCATHOLIC JUNIOR SCHOOLPilch Lane, L14 0JG0151 477 8490Headteacher: Mr Kevin MahoneyWeb: www.smmj.co.ukEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 462 Age Range: 7-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: SATS: KS2 English Level 4 84%Level 5 41%, Mathematics Level 4 88%,Level 5 37%, Science Level 4 94%,Level 5 43%. Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEA and set criteria

THE SYLVESTER PRIMARYSt John’s Road, L36 0UX0151 477 8320Headteacher: John ManningEmail: [email protected]: www.sylvesterprimaryschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 264 Age Range: 4-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 516%, Mathematics Level 4 82% Level 539%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 32%

KIRKBY

EASTCROFT PARK SCHOOLHollinghurst Road, L33 1EB0151 477 8210Email: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 227 Age Range: 4-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 76% Level 537%, Mathematics Level 4 92% Level 532%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 50%

HOLY ANGELS' CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLSidney Powell Avenue, L32 0TP0151 477 8400Headteacher: Mrs Ann CoffeyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 349 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 28Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 64%, Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 77%, Level 518%, Science Level 4 93%, Level 5 30%. Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: All Saints,Maricourt

KIRKBY C OF E PRIMARYSCHOOLHall Lane, L32 1TZ0151 477 8510Headteacher: Mrs Mair HindmarshEmail: [email protected]: www.kirkbyschool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledSchoolPupils: 286 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30 (infants) 35(juniors)Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 62%, Level5 12%, Mathematics Level 4 76%, Level5 26%, Science Level 4 94%, Level 544%.Languages: French, GermanAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Various

KNOWSLEY NORTHERNPRIMARY SUPPORT CENTREBramcote Walk, L33 9UR0151 477 8140Headteacher: Mrs A Nicholson(Acting)Email: [email protected]

Type of School: Community SpecialPupils: 35 Age Range: 3-11 Sports Activities: Football clubSATS: N/AAdmission: KEA

MILLBROOK COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLKirkby Row, L32 0TG0151 477 8160Headteacher: Jane MaloneyEmail: [email protected] of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 296 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Rainbow child careExtra School Activities: Youth club,dance club, judo club, Mayor’s AwardSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83%, Level5 30%, Mathematics Level 4 83%, Level5 33%, Science Level 4 88%, Level 540%. Admission: KEAAssociated Schools: Roughwood

OVERDALE PRIMARY SCHOOLRoughwood Drive, L33 9UW0151 477 8180Headteacher: Miss Janet SmithEmail: [email protected] of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 245 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77%, Level5 23%, Mathematics Level 4 74%, Level5 26%, Science Level 4 87%, Level 519%.Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Various

PARK BROW COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLBroad Lane, L32 6QH0151 477 8540Headteacher: Ms Valmai RobertsType of School: Community schoolPupils: 263 Age Range: 3-11 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Chess,cookerySports Activities: Football, keep fitSATS: KS2 English Level 4 68%, Level5 9%, Mathematics Level 4 72%, Level5 4%, Science Level 4 87%, Level 511%.Admission: KEA

RAVENSCROFT COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLEbony Way, L33 1XT0151 477 8290Headteacher: Jeanette HegartyEmail: [email protected] of School: Community schoolPupils: 244 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Computer,homework clubSports Activities: SportsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83%, Level5 13%, Mathematics Level 4 92%, Level5 25%, Science Level 4 96%, Level 563%. Admission: KEAAssociated Schools: Kirkby SportsCollege, All Saints

SIMONSWOOD PRIMARYSCHOOLWesthead Avenue, L33 0XN0151 477 8420Headteacher: Phil NewtonEmail: [email protected] of School: Community schoolPupils: 238 Age Range: 3-11

Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast Club Tuesday, ThursdayExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 74%, Level5 4%, Mathematics Level 4 85%, Level5 26%, Science Level 4 96%, Level 544%. Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Brookfield,Roughwood, All Saints

ST JOSEPH THE WORKERCATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLBewley Drive, L32 9PF0151 477 8170Headteacher: Christine GordonEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 230 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Choir, art,cookery, homework clubsSports Activities: Physical education,football, basketball, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 55%, Level5 10%, Mathematics Level 4 40%, Level5 10%, Science Level 4 60%, Level 520%. Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: Set criteriaAssociated Schools: All Saints HighSchoolSpecial facilities: Children’s Centre

ST LAURENCES CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLLeeside Avenue, L32 9QX0151 546 4733Headteacher: Paul CroninWeb: www.stlaurenceskirkby.comEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 403 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 31Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: ExtensiveRangeSports Activities: Extensive RangeSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81%, Level 517%, Mathematics Level 4 81%, Level 535%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 5 63%.Languages: ItalianAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: All Saints

ST MARIE’S CATHOLIC PRIMARYBigdale Drive, L33 6XL0151 477 8480Headteacher: Mrs Patricia CooneyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 229 Age Range: 4-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 66% Level 522%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 41%

SAINTS PETER AND PAULCATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLMoorfield, L33 1DZ0151 548 6890Headteacher: Mr Joseph WhiteWeb: www.saintspeterandpaul.org.ukEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 325 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubs Extra School Activities: Drama, artsand craftsSports Activities: Football, cross-country, athletics, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 79%, Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 86%, Level 524%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 5 38%.Admission: KEAAssociated Schools: All Saints

WESTVALE PRIMARYMelverley Road, L32 0RQ0151 477 8470Headteacher: Gillian HollandEmail: [email protected]: www.westvaleschool.uk.orgType of School: CommunityPupils: 285 Age Range: 3-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 59%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 537%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 66%

KNOWSLEY VILLAGE

KNOWSLEY VILLAGECOMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOLSugar Lane, L34 0ER0151 289 5349 Headteacher: Miss C FairhurstEmail: [email protected] of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 179 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities: Wraparound care available within schoolbuilding.Extra School Activities: Drama,Spanish, citizenship, board games,homework. PTFA community day, bingo,BBQ, fashion show.Sports Activities: Rugby, boys andgirls football, cricket, rounders,swimming, High 5, multi-sports cage,Judo.SATS: English Level 4 89%, Level 5 21%,Mathematics Level 4 89%, Level 5 68%,Science Level 4 95%, Level 5 47%.Admission: Nursery – Sept/Jan. Associated Schools: Knowsley ParkLearning Centre

ST JOHN FISHER CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLTithebarn Road, L34 0HA0151 477 8590Headteacher: Mrs Joanne FarrimondEmail: [email protected]: www.stjohnfisherrcprimaryschool.ik.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 162 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football,badminton, netball, tag rugbySATS: KS2 English Level 4 92%, Level5 24%, Mathematics Level 4 80%, Level5 32%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 528%.Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St EdumundArrowsmith

PRESCOT

EVELYN COMMUNITY PRIMARYSCHOOLEvelyn Avenue, L34 2SP0151 477 8570Headteacher: Ms C ArnoldEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SchoolPupils: 282 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Dancing,art, ICTSports Activities: Football, netball etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91%, Level5 61%, Mathematics Level 4 85%, Level5 52%, Science Level 4 97%, Level 564%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: Knowsley LAAssociated Schools: Knowsley ParkCentre of Learning

OUR LADY'S CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLWard Street, L34 6JJ0151 477 8220Headteacher: Haydn Boyle BSc PGCENPQHEmail: [email protected]


Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 236 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 28Extra School Activities: Brass,woodwind, band, choir, art and craft,dance, games club SHARE, Mayorsaward, dance clubs, bocciaSports Activities: PE, netball, football,basketball, cricket, tennis, pre-schoolcricket juniors, multi skills infants.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 90%, Level5 30%, Mathematics Level 4 93%, Level5 37%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 560%. Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEA Associated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith, De La Salle

PRESCOT PRIMARY SCHOOLMaryville Road, L34 2TA0151 432 7100Headteacher: Miss CatherineFairhurstEmail: [email protected] of School: Community Pupils: 409 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Seasonaland variedSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92%, Level5 49%, Mathematics Level 4 92%, Level5 49%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 586%.Languages: French, Spanish, GermanAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Prescot School

ST LUKES CATHOLIC PRIMARYSCHOOLShaw Lane, L35 5AT0151 426 6917Headteacher: Mrs Maria ClarkeWeb: www.stlukesprescot.ik.orgEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 221 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool clubExtra School Activities: Dancegroup, India groupSports Activities: Hockey, cricket,high five, cross countrySATS: KS2 English Level 4 75%, Level5 36%, Mathematics Level 4 79%, Level5 39%, Science Level 4 89%, Level 546%.Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith

ST MARY AND ST PAULBryer Road L35 5DN0151 426 6869Headteacher: Neil DixonWeb: www.smsp.org.uk(under construction)Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 167 Age Range: 3-11SATS: KS2 English Level 4 63%,Mathematics Level 4 69% Level 5 19%,Science Level 4 88% Level 5 13%

STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE

BROOKSIDE COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLCremorne Hey, Waterpark Drive, L28 3QA0151 489 4906Headteacher: Karen EvansEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 167 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, Tuesday, Wednesday &ThursdayExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 65%, Level5 6%, Mathematics Level 4 84%, Level

5 35%, Science Level 4 81%, Level 526%.Admission: KEA

NINE TREE PRIMARY SCHOOLHollowcroft, L28 4ED0151 489 8044Headteacher: Mr J ShawEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 100 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Variouscookery, artSports Activities: Various, football,netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 63%, Level5 13%, Mathematics Level 4 63%, Level5 44%, Science Level 4 81%, Level 556%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Knowsley

ST ALBERT’S CATHOLICPRIMARY SCHOOLSteers Croft, L28 8AJ0151 477 8560Headteacher: Mark Nolan (Acting)Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 183 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, rugby etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 94%, Level5 42%, Mathematics Level 4 94%, Level5 28%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 547%.Languages: SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: Christ The KingCentre for Learning, St John Bosco, DeLa Salle, Cardinal Heenan

ST BRIGIDS CATHOLIC PRIMARYSCHOOLWaterpark Drive, L28 7RE0151 477 8150Headteacher: Mrs G PriceWeb: www.stbrigid.knowsley.sch.ukEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 182 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Parpers andtooters, disco dance, homework, drama,art club.Sports Activities: Football, basketball,ju-jitsu, cross country, athletics, multiskillSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82%, Level5 6%, Mathematics Level 4 79%, Level 527%, Science Level 4 88%, Level 5 24%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEA

WHISTON

HALSNEAD COMMUNITYPRIMARY SCHOOLPennywood Drive, L35 3TX0151 477 8130Headteacher: Mrs A. AbdousEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 435 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80%, Level5 15%, Mathematics Level 4 78%, Level5 20%, Science Level 4 88%, Level 528%.Admission: KEA

ST LEO'S AND SOUTHMEADCATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL Serving the CommunityLickers Lane, L35 3SR0151 477 8410Headteacher: Jeanette GrundyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 226 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Drama,reading, ICT, music, multicultureSports Activities: Football, rugby,athletics, netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83%, Level5 11%, Mathematics Level 4 89%, Level5 50%, Science Level 4 100%, Level 544%.Languages: FrenchAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: St EdmundArrowsmith, Higherside

WHISTON WILLIS COMMUNITYPRIMARY Milton Avenue L35 2XY0151 477 8270Headteacher: Mrs Elaine MaloneyEmail: [email protected] of School: Community PrimaryPupils: 325 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities: LocalSolutions breakfast & after school clubs,holiday clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 95% Level 553%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 70%Languages: French and SpanishAdmission: KEAAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: SherwoodChildren’s Centre including LocalSolutions Nursery, Sport England Spacefor Sports and Arts and multi purposeroom.

SEFTONAINSDALE

ST JOHN'S CHURCH OFENGLAND PRIMARYSandbrook Road, PR8 3JE01704 578427Headteacher: Mrs L DeninsonEmail: [email protected]: www.ainsdalestjohns.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 211 Age Range: 5-11Pre & After School Activities:Fun4Kidz after school care 3.30-6 pmdailyExtra School Activities: Range ofover 20 clubs across schoolSports Activities: Football, netball,cricket, swimming, multi-skills,athletics, dance and much moreSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 535%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 541%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 62%Languages: Year 4 – Year 6 Spanishand FrenchAdmission: Criteria is obtainable fromschoolAssociated Schools: Various

AINTREE

AINTREE DAVENHILL PRIMARYAintree Lane, L10 8LE0151 526 1162Headteacher: Mrs K CoyleEmail: [email protected]: www.aintreedavenhill.netType of School: CommunityPupils: 463 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club

Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various eg football,netballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 94% Level 544%, Mathematics Level 4 98% Level 568%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 64%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Maghull HighSpecial facilities: ICT suite,interactive whiteboards

HOLY ROSARY CATHOLICPRIMARYOriel Drive L10 6NJ0151 288 6206Headteacher: Mrs DimeckWeb: www.holyrosaryschool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 436 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, etcSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 543%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 39%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA

BOOTLE

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC PRIMARYChesnut Grove, L20 4LX0151 288 6420Headteacher: Mrs A HolleranEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 398 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 512%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 520%, Science Level 4 77% Level 5 23%Languages: Spanish, ChineseAssociated Schools: Savio High

BEDFORD PRIMARYQuarry Road, L20 9LJ 0151 922 1467Headteacher: Mrs Ruth BraithwaiteEmail: [email protected]: www.bedfordprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 385 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities: Rise &Shine Breakfast club 7.30-8.50am, pickups from local registered after-schoolchildcare providers Extra School Activities: Cookery,podcasting, reading club, cricket, dance,drama, plus many moreSports Activities: Cricket, tag rugby,swimming, football, hockey, athletics, trigolfSATS: 2008 KS2 English Level 4 69%Level 5 3%, Mathematics Level 4 71%Level 5 15%, Science Level 4 85% Level5 17%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Hillside

CHRIST CHURCH CE PRIMARYBrookhill Road, L20 3JL0151 922 2136Headteacher: Acting: Mrs J EvansEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 412 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club (drop in)Sports Activities: Football, athletics,tag-rugby, rounders, basketballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 517%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 522%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 51%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Hillside


GRANGE PRIMARYStonyfield, L30 0QS 0151 924 7917Headteacher: Mr B NorburyWeb: www.grange-futureschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 271 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance,languages, study supportSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 61% Level 527%, Mathematics Level 4 68% Level 522%, Science Level 4 80% Level 5 41%Languages: Mandarin, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Bootle High,Litherland

HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PRIMARYPoulsom Drive, L30 2NR 0151 525 7497Headteacher: Mr Paul DavenportType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 235 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 552%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 531%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 55%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: St Ambrose

LANDER ROAD PRIMARYLander Road, L21 8JD 0151 922 5760 Type of School: CommunityHeadteacher: Ms Barbara BillingsleyEmail: [email protected]: 251 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, Wrap Around careExtra School Activities: Dance,drama, choirSports Activities: Football, tag rugby,judoSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 523%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 527%, Science Level 4 88% Level 5 35%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Litherland High

LINACRE PRIMARYThornton Road, L20 5ED 0151 922 1466 Headteacher: Miss WheatleyEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 197 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance,Spanish, sign language, cookery, ICT,science, stay & play, active kids.Sports Activities: Basketball, netball,football, multi-skills, cricketSATS: KS2 English Level 4 72% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 512%, Science Level 4 84% Level 5 20%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St George ofEngland, Hillside

OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAMCATHOLIC PRIMARYStand Park Avenue, L30 3SA 0151 525 0395Headteacher: Mrs B M ShielsType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 349 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Homework,drama, gardening, guitar, ICT, SpanishSports Activities: Football, netball,

judo, fencing, rugby, cross country,athletics, golf, danceSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 531%, Mathematics Level 4 67% Level 519%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 40%Admission: SEA

SPRINGWELL PARK COMMUNITYPRIMARYMenai Road, L20 6PG 0151 288 6054Headteacher: Mr D StubbsEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 311 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football,basketball, hockey, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 78% Level 514%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 53%, Science Level 4 89% Level 5 32%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St George ofEngland, Hillside, Savio HighSpecial facilities: Brand new school,IT suite, childrens centre - 4 years old.

ST BENEDICT'S CATHOLICPRIMARYCopy Lane, L30 7PG 0151 526 6423 Headteacher: Mr C. T. VaudreyEmail: [email protected]: www.stbenedicts.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 299 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: ChildrensuniversitySports Activities: Football, netball,rounders etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 515%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 526%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 26% Admission: SEA or by appointmentAssociated Schools: St AmbroseBarlow

ST MONICA'S CATHOLICPRIMARYAintree Road, L20 9EB 0151 525 1245Headteacher: Mr Paul KinsellaType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 426 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Arts clubSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 549%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 533%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 56%Admission: SEA

ST OSWALD'S CE PRIMARYRonald Ross Avenue, L30 5RH 0151 525 4580Headteacher: Miss E MurtaghEmail: [email protected]: www.stoswaldsnetherton.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 241 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Spanish,Study SupportSports Activities: Football, rugby etcSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 88%Level 5 38%, Mathematics Level 4 85%Level 5 31%, Science Level 4 96% Level5 65%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA

ST ROBERT BELLARMINECATHOLIC PRIMARYHarris Drive, L20 6ED

0151 922 1216Headteacher: Mrs Mairead DowellEmail: [email protected]: www.strobertbellarmine.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 221 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Nursery, Wrap Around CareExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 100%Level 5 60%, Mathematics Level 4100% Level 5 23%, Science (2009) Level4 93% Level 5 60%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA or by set criteriaAssociated Schools: Savio HighSchool, St Wilfrids

THOMAS GRAY PRIMARYJUNIOR DEPARTMENT/ INFANTDEPARTMENTChesnut Grove, L20 4LX 0151 288 6530Headteacher: Mrs R RimmerEmail: [email protected]: www.thomasgreyprimary.co.ukType of School: PrimaryPupils: 259 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: DramaDanceSports Activities: Football,basketball, netball, tag rugby.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 534%, Mathematics Level 4 74% Level 529%, Science Level 4 87% Level 5 42%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St George ofEngland

CROSBY

ATHERTON HOUSE SCHOOL6 Alexandra Road, L23 7TF0151 924 5578Headteacher: Mrs Alice ApelEmail: [email protected]: www.athertonhouse.co.ukType of School: Independent DayNurseryPupils: 60 Age Range: 0-5Average Class Size: 8Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, holiday club,wraparound careSATS: N/ALanguages: To support unclusivityAdmission: Inclusive

MERCHANT TAYLORS’ SCHOOLS- JUNIOR BOYSLiverpool Road, L23 0QP0151 928 3307Headteacher: Mrs J ThomasEmail: [email protected]: www.merchanttaylors.comType of School: Independent DaySchoolPupils: 156 Boys Age Range: 7-11 Average Class Size: 22Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: Not availableAdmission: Independent

MERCHANT TAYLORS’ SCHOOLS– STANFIELD MIXED INFANTSAND JUNIOR GIRLS134 Liverpool Road, L23 5TH0151 924 1506Headteacher: Miss J E YardleyWeb: www.merchanttaylors.comType of School: Independent DaySchoolPupils: 320 Boys and Girls Age Range: Boys and Girls 4-7 GirlsOnly 7-11Average Class Size: 18Extra School Activities: Various

Sports Activities: VariousSATS: Not availableAdmission: Independent

FOREFIELD JUNIORForefield Lane, L23 9TJ 0151 924 3971 Headteacher: Mr R. F. NaylorEmail: [email protected]: www.forefieldjuniors.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 370 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 35Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and after school clubavailableExtra School Activities: Choir,recorders, guitars, woodwind, brass,percussion, dance, chess, youngengineers, young animatorsSports Activities: Football, cricket,netball, judo, athletics, tag rugby, crosscountrySATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 536%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 545%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 61%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Forefield,Chesterfield, St Michaels CofE

GREAT CROSBY CATHOLICPRIMARYThe Northern Road, L23 2RQ 0151 924 8661Headteacher: Mrs Pat SpeedEmail: [email protected]: www.greatcrosbycatholicprimary.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 695 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 31Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, rounders,netball, etc.SATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 96%,Mathematics Level 4 92% Languages: Spanish, French, ChineseAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Sacred Heart

ST LUKE'S HALSALL CEPRIMARYCooks Road, L23 2TB0151 924 5142Headteacher: Mr Richard MillerEmail: [email protected]: www.stlukeshalsall.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 244 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubs & wrap-around care for nursery pupilsExtra School Activities: Variousincluding chess & dramaSports Activities: Football, cricket,rugby, netball, Active MarkSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 554%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 554%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 83%Admission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Michael’s,Chesterfield

ST MARY'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY Back Lane, L23 4UA 0151 924 4447Headteacher: Mr P M HennessyType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 93 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football,basketball, swimmingSATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level5 40%, Mathematics Level 4 93% Level5 47%, Science Level 4 100% Level 567%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Holy Family


ST MARY’S COLLEGE, CROSBYEverest Road, L23 5TW0151 924 3926Headteacher: Mr M KennedyEmail: [email protected]: www.stmarys.acType of School: IndependentAge range: 0-18Class size: 15Extra School Activities: IT, AmnestyInternational, debating, youngenterprise, art club, chess club, SPUC,design club, French circle, maths club,SVP, school council, justice and peace,DoE award scheme, stage band,orchestra, choirs, concert band, youngwriters, Lourdes group, drama club,science club, CCF, Spanish club, youngLIFE.Sporting Activities: Athletics, crosscountry, netball, football, rugby, tennis,cricket, badminton, basketball, dance,fitness, gymnastics, hockey, multi-gym,rounders, swimming, triathlon,volleyball.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)99%, A Level 99%Admission: Interview, reference andexamination

ST NICHOLAS’ CE PRIMARYNicholas Road, L23 6TS 0151 924 1204Headteacher: Mrs R WoodsEmail: [email protected]: www.stnicholasprimary.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 193 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After school clubsExtra School Activities: Drama, art,choir, modern foreign languages group,wildlife after school club.Sports Activities: Athletics, football,judo, multi-sports, netball, rugby,gymnastics, dance.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 545%, Mathematics Level 4 97% Level 548%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 62%Languages: Spanish, SwedishAdmission: SEA

URSULINE CATHOLIC PRIMARYNicholas Road, L23 6TT 0151 924 1704Headteacher: Mr McQueenEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 385 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Hockey, swimmingSATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 528%, Mathematics Level 4 77% Level 536%, Science Level 4 85% Level 5 38%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Sacred Heart

VALEWOOD PRIMARYSherwood Avenue, L23 7YG 0151 924 0483Headteacher: Mrs H KokkinosEmail: [email protected]: www.valewood.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 211 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: FootballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 537%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 537%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 47%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA with certain criteria

FORMBY

FRESHFIELD PRIMARYWatchyard Lane, L37 3JT 01704 876567Headteacher: Mr V OsbaldestonEmail: [email protected]: www.freshfieldprimaryschool.comType of School: Community Pupils: 263 Age Range: 3 to 11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Drama,performing artsSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 539%, Mathematics Level 4 96% Level 539%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 54%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: SEA or apply to schoolAssociated Schools: Formby High,Range HighSpecial facilities: Nursery, ChildrensCentre MLD Class (Unit for 10 children)

OUR LADY OF COMPASSIONCATHOLIC PRIMARYBull Cop, L37 8BZ01704 877281Headteacher: Mrs LynnEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 279 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Choir,computer clubSports Activities: Netball, runningclub, footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 98% Level 578%, Mathematics Level 4 89% Level 567%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 65%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Holy FamilyHigh School

REDGATE PRIMARYRegdate, L37 4EW 01704 385960Headteacher: Mrs Wendy GrimeEmail: [email protected]: www.redgateprimary.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 146 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 24Pre & After School Activities: Outof School club 8am-5.30pmExtra School Activities: ICT, dance,chess, needlecraft, French, recordersSports Activities: Football, netball,cricket, hockey, tennis, multisport, tagrugby, Activemark award 2007.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 58%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level 535%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 38%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Range High,Formby HighSpecial facilities: IWB in each room

ST JEROME'S CATHOLICPRIMARYGreenloons Drive, L37 2LX 0151 288 6003Headteacher: Mrs K S MonaghanEmail: [email protected]: www.stjeromesprimaryschool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 213 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Film club,knitting clubSports Activities: Football, netball,judo, athletics, cricketSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 100%Level 5 53%, Mathematics Level 4 90%Level 5 60%, Science Level 4 100%Level 5 70%

Languages: French, Italian, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Holy FamilyHigh School

ST LUKE'S CE PRIMARYJubilee Road, L37 2HW 01704 872692Headteacher: Mrs Sharon CoweyEmail: [email protected]: www.stlukesformby.orgType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 425 Age Range: 4-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 78% Level 542%, Mathematics Level 4 87% Level 535%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 48%Admission: SEA

TRINITY ST PETER'S CEPRIMARYParadise Lane, L37 7EJ 01704 876391Headteacher: Mr M DuttonEmail: [email protected]: www.trinitystpeters.com (underconstruction)Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 231 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 97% Level 564%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level5 61%, Science Level 4 100% Level 567%Admission: SEASpecial facilities: New purpose builtFoundation Stage

WOODLANDS PRIMARYWoodlands Road, L37 2JN 01704 876444Headteacher: Mr Simon GrilliEmail: [email protected]: www.woodlandschoolformby.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 336 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 31Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dance,variousSports Activities: Tag rugby, netball,gymSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 541%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 545%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 38%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Range High

LITHERLAND

ENGLISH MARTYRS CATHOLICPRIMARYSchool Lane, L21 7LX 0151 928 5601Headteacher: Mrs P O’BrienEmail: [email protected]: www.englishmartyrs.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 470 Age Range: 4-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 95% Level 578%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level5 52%, Science Level 4 98% Level 577%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St Wilfrids

HATTON HILL PRIMARYAlwyn Avenue, L21 9NZ 0151 928 7012Headteacher: Mrs H Lyall

Email: [email protected]: www.hattonhill.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 366 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various egmultisportSATS: KS2 English Level 4 65% Level 58%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 527%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 22%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Litherland High

LITHERLAND MOSS PRIMARYMoss Lane, L21 7NW 0151 928 4544Headteacher: Sarah GreerEmail: [email protected]: www.litherlandmoss.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 131 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsSports Activities: Football, netball,etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 545%, Mathematics Level 4 82% Level 545%, Science Level 4 91% Level 5 73%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Litherland HighSpecial facilities: Children Centre,Accessible school

OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACECATHOLIC PRIMARYFord Close, L21 0EP0151 928 3676Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 116 Age Range: 5-11Pre & After School Activities:Contact schoolExtra School Activities: ContactschoolSports Activities: Contact schoolSATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 533%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 550%, Science Level 4 83% Level 5 44%Languages:Admission: SEA

ST ELIZABETH'S CATHOLICPRIMARYWebster Street, L21 8JH 0151 922 5752Headteacher: Mrs SullivanType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 338 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Various,crafts, choirSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 50% Level 52%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 516%, Science Level 4 80% Level 5 16%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: St Wilfrids

ST PHILIP'S CE PRIMARYChurch Road, L21 8NZ 0151 928 1483Headteacher: Mrs Marian HodgsonEmail: [email protected]: www.stphilipsprimaryschool-litherland.co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 197 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Dance,music club, art club, gardening club,athletics clubSports Activities: Football,swimming, dance.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 5


57%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 565%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 74%Languages: Spanish, Italian, ChineseAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Litherland HighSchool

LYDIATE

LYDIATE PRIMARYLambshear Lane, L31 2JZ 0151 526 2657Headteacher: Mr BatchelorEmail: [email protected]: www.lydiateprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 332 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, judo,fencing, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level5 66%, Mathematics Level 4 98% Level5 68%, Science Level 4 100% Level 568%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA

ST GREGORY'S CATHOLICPRIMARYSandy Lane, L31 2LB 0151 526 5856Headteacher: Mrs D. Albon Web: www.stgregorysschool.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 192 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & Wraparound clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Various throughoutthe year, seasonalSATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level5 57%, Mathematics Level 4 100%Level 5 75%, Science Level 4 100%Level 5 75%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Maricourt

ST THOMAS'S CE PRIMARYKenyons Lane, L31 0BP 0151 531 9955Headteacher: Mrs Ann Lock, B.A.Hons, NPQHEmail: [email protected]: www.stthomaslydiate.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedChurch of EnglandPupils: 183 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 26Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast, After School and HolidayclubsExtra School Activities: Dance, art,guitar, cheer-leading, street danceSports Activities: Football, rugby,basketball, judo, cricket, golfSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 88%Level 5 26%, Mathematics Level 4 97%Level 5 44%Admission: Contact schoolSpecial facilities: Nursery 8.00am-6.00pm

MAGHULL

GREEN PARK PRIMARYGreen Lane, L31 8BW 0151 526 2755Headteacher: Mr G HewerWeb: www.greenparkschool.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 264 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 532%, Mathematics Level 4 100% Level5 41%, Science Level 4 97% Level 541% Admission: SEA

HUDSON PRIMARYMoorhey Road, L31 5LE 0151 526 1568Headteacher: Ms AllenEmail: [email protected]: www.hudsonprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 129 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsSports Activities: Football,swimming etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 540%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 533%, Science Level 4 87% Level 5 40%Admission: SEASpecial facilities: Surestart ChildrensCentre

NORTHWAY PRIMARYDodds Lane, L31 9AA 0151 526 2565Headteacher: Mrs GillEmail: [email protected]: www.northwayprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 333 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 533%, Mathematics Level 4 74% Level 535%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 46%Admission: SEA

ST ANDREW'S MAGHULL CE PRIMARYDeyes Lane, L31 6DE 0151 526 1378Headteacher: Mrs S KerwinEmail: [email protected]: www.standrewsmaghull.co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 359 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Drama,chess, Bible club, dancing, choir,gardening, craft, magazineSports Activities: Netball, footballSATS: KS2 English Level 4 92% Level 539%, Mathematics Level 4 90% Level 538%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 41%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA

ST GEORGE'S CATHOLICPRIMARYDennett Close, L31 5PD0151 526 1624Headteacher: Mr L McKayType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 206 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 82% Level 532%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 61%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Maricourt

ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLICPRIMARYGreen Lane, L31 8BW 0151 520 2628Headteacher: Daniel MacAreavyEmail: [email protected]: www.stjohnboscoprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 199 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, full after schoolprovision until 6pmExtra School Activities: After Schoollessons, computer club, drama,recorder, guitar etc.Sports Activities: Swimming,football, netball, tag rugby, tennis,gymnasticsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level

5 60%, Mathematics Level 4 100%Level 5 63%, Science Level 4 100%Level 5 77%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Maricourt High

SUMMERHILL PRIMARYPoverty Lane, L31 3DT 0151 526 1343Headteacher: Mrs L NelsonEmail: [email protected]: www.summerhill primary.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 204 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Art club, ITclub, singing clubSports Activities: Football, netball,dance, basketball, golfSATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 527%, Mathematics Level 4 80% Level 533%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 37%Languages: Italian, FrenchAdmission: SEA

MELLING

MELLING PRIMARYWheeler Drive, L31 1DA 0151 547 3349Headteacher: Mr C MitchellEmail: [email protected]: www.mellingprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 211 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club and After school clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 77% Level 519%, Mathematics Level 4 74% Level 519%, Science Level 4 94% Level 5 26%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Maghull High,Deyes, Maricourt

NETHERTON

NETHERTON MOSS PRIMARYSwifts Lane, L30 3RU 0151 525 5026Headteacher: Mrs WoodEmail: [email protected]: www.nethertonmoss.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 177 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSATS: KS2 English Level 4 76% Level 517%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 541%, Science Level 4 90% Level 5 41%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Litherland High

SEAFORTH

OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEACATHOLIC PRIMARYKepler Street, Seaforth. L21 3TE 0151 928 3158Headteacher: Mr D. IliffEmail: [email protected]: www.ourladystarofthesea.sefton.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 162 Age Range: 3-11Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool clubExtra School Activities: Fun & kidssummer school, drama, homework,computer clubsSATS: KS2 English Level 4 79% Level 514%, Mathematics Level 4 64% Level 514%, Science Level 4 79% Level 5 29%Admission: Application form with setcriteria.Associated Schools: St Wilfrids HighSchool

RIMROSE HOPE C OF E PRIMARYSandy Road, L21 1AD0151 288 6508Headteacher: Mr Lawrence GrillyEmail: [email protected] of School: VoluntaryCommunityPupils: 307 Age Range: 5-11Pre & After School Activities:Contact schoolExtra School Activities: ContactschoolSports Activities: Contact schoolSATS: KS2 English Level 4 73% Level 512%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level 510%, Science Level 4 76% Level 5 22%Languages:Admission: SEA

SOUTHPORT

BIRKDALE PRIMARYMatlock Road, PR8 4EL 01704 567516Headteacher: Mr N SheeranEmail: [email protected]: www.birkdaleprimary.orgType of School: CommunityPupils: 368 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 94% Level 543%, Mathematics Level 4 98% Level 545%, Science Level 4 98% Level 5 53%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: SEA

BISHOP DAVID SHEPPARD CEPRIMARYDevonshire Road, PR9 7BZ 01704 227987Headteacher: Mrs S TaskerEmail: [email protected]: www.bishopdavid sheppard.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 149 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School, Wrap AroundCareExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, netball,cricket, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 85% Level 535%, Mathematics Level 4 73% Level 519%, Science Level 4 85% Level 5 31%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Meols Comp

CHURCHTOWN PRIMARYSt Cuthberts Road, PR9 7NN 01704 508500Headteacher: Mr D WalkerEmail: [email protected]: www.churchtown.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 879 Age Range: 3-11 Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 88% Level 543%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 52%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEA or by contact withschool.Associated Schools: Stanley High

FARNBOROUGH ROAD JUNIORFarnborough Road, PR8 3DF 01704 577625Headteacher: Mr A AntellEmail: [email protected]: www.farnboroughroadjuniors.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 480 Age Range: 7-11Average Class Size: 30


Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After School clubsExtra School Activities: Singing,dancing, recorder, craft, circus,orchestra, ICT plus many others.Sports Activities: Netball, judo,fencing, football, cricket, rugby, athleticsplus many othersSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 91%Level 5 45%, Mathematics Level 4 84%Level 5 41%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Greenbank HighSchool, Birkdale High School

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLICPRIMARYNorwood Crescent, PR9 7DU01704 213084Headteacher: Mrs MortonEmail: [email protected]: www.holyfamilyprimary. comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 218 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubs, HolidayclubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 95% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 543%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 50%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Christ the King

HOLY TRINITY CE PRIMARY Manchester Road, PR9 9AZ 01704 538366Headteacher: Mrs Sue MawdsleyEmail: [email protected]: www.holytrinityprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 203 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: ChildrensUniversity, variousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 100% Level5 32%, Mathematics Level 4 76% Level5 28%, Science Level 4 76% Level 520%Admission: Appointment with setcriteria.

KEW WOODS PRIMARYOvington Drive, PR8 6JW 01704 533478Headteacher: Mr Des StubbsEmail: [email protected]: www.kewwoods.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 348 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 538%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 551%, Science Level 4 96% Level 5 62% Admission: SEA

KINGS MEADOW PRIMARYMeadow Lane, Ainsdale PR8 3RS01704 578512Headteacher: Mrs Alison WatsonEmail: [email protected]: www.kingsmeadowprimary.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 166 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities: WrapAround care for nursery children, Fulloffer for extended Nursery provision,Holiday club, Breakfast and AfterSchool careExtra School Activities: Various -changes every half term

SATS: KS2 English Level 4 70% Level 540%, Mathematics Level 4 85% Level 540%, Science Level 4 85% Level 5 35%Languages: French (KS1) and Spanish(KS2)

LARKFIELD PRIMARYPreston New Road, PR9 8PA 01704 224720Headteacher: Mr Tim BaldwinEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 258 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, netball,etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 83% Level 522%, Mathematics Level 4 81% Level 536%, Science Level 4 86% Level 5 36%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Stanley HighSchool

LINAKER PRIMARYSefton Street, PR8 5DB 01704 532343Headteacher: Mr Colin ColemanEmail: [email protected]: www.linakerschool.co.ukType of School: Primary & ChildrensCentrePupils: 471 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Drama,language, dance, multi skillsSports Activities: Judo, football,cricket, netball, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 81% Level 520%, Mathematics Level 4 81% Level 517%, Science Level 4 89% Level 5 39%Languages: Spanish, MandarinAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Greenbank,Birkdale High, Stanley, Meols CopsSpecial facilities: Nursery, 0-5childcare, childrens centre

MARSHSIDE PRIMARYElswick Road, PR9 9XA 01704 211177Headteacher: Mr A. McCoyEmail: [email protected]: www.marshsideprimary.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 193 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Various, butlots of!Sports Activities: Football, netball,judo, street dance, cheerleading,fencing, skateboarding, speedstacking, multi-skills, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 521%, Mathematics Level 4 92% Level 542%, Science Level 4 93% Level 5 38%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Local highschoolsSpecial facilities: Toddler group – preschool, fully equipped medical room fordisabled children

NORWOOD PRIMARYNorwood Crescent, PR9 7DU 01704 211960Headteacher: Mr L DumbellWeb: www.norwoodprimaryschool.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 416 Age Range: 5-11Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Let’s getcooking, film club, dance, art, windband, singing, science, chess, camera,skating, book

Sports Activities: Football, netball,athletics, rugby, cross country, cricket,judo and tennisSATS: KS2 English Level 4 88% Level 524%, Mathematics Level 4 93% Level 544%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 61%Admission: SEA

OUR LADY OF LOURDESCATHOLIC NURSERY & PRIMARYGrantham Road, PR8 4LT 01704 568375Headteacher: Mrs M C HillsdonEmail: [email protected]: www.ololprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 554 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Activemark AwardSATS: KS2 English Level 4 89% Level 525%, Mathematics Level 4 86% Level 527%, Science Level 4 92% Level 5 38%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEA

SHORESIDE PRIMARYWestminster Drive, PR8 2QZ01704 576040Headteacher: Mr D. ThomasEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 256 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 82% Level 537%, Mathematics Level 4 79% Level 539% Science Level 4 89% Level 5 58%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Greenbank Girls,Birkdale Boys, Formby HighSpecial facilities: Nursery

ST JOHN'S CE PRIMARY Rufford Road, PR9 8JH 01704 227441Headteacher: Mr Daniel R G HainsEmail: [email protected]: www.stjohnsprimary.co.ukType of School: Voluntary ControlledPupils: 209 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: ExtensiverangeSports Activities: Extensive rangeSATS: KS2 English Level 4 93% Level 526%, Mathematics Level 4 78% Level 537%, Science Level 4 89% Level 5 37%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Stanley HighSchool Specialist Sports College

ST PATRICK'S CATHOLICPRIMARYRadnor Drive, PR9 9RR 01704 225906Headteacher: Mr BevinEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 297 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousSATS: KS2 English Level 4 95% Level 542%, Mathematics Level 4 98% Level 553%, Science Level 4 95% Level 5 58%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Christ the King

ST PHILIP'S CE PRIMARYSOUTHPORTHampton Road, PR8 6SS 01704 535737

Headteacher: Mr Brian JohnsonEmail: [email protected] Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 208 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: Computerclub, drama clubs (Infant and Junior)recorder club, choirSports Activities: Tag rugby, cricket,netball, girls football, boys football.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 87% Level 552%, Mathematics Level 4 97% Level 539%, Science Level 4 97% Level 5 58%Languages: FrenchAdmission: SEA

ST TERESA'S CATHOLIC INFANTAND NURSERYEverton Road, PR8 4BT01704 567528Headteacher: Miss Anna GavinEmail: [email protected]: www.st-teresas-school.co.ukType of School: InfantPupils: 123 Age Range: 3-7Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities: Afterschool clubsSATS: (2009) speaking and listeningGrade 3 or above 48% (national 21%),Reading 31% (national 25%),Writing17% (national 12%), Mathematics 28%(national 21%) Languages: English, Polish spoken byTA, FrenchAdmission: SEASpecial facilities: Electronicwhiteboards

THORNTON

ST WILLIAM OF YORK CATHOLICPRIMARYSt William Road, L23 9XH 0151 924 7280Headteacher: Mr David RyanEmail: [email protected]: www.stwilliamofyork.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 220 Age Range: 3-11Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: ExtensiveSports Activities: ExtensiveSATS: KS2 English Level 4 80% Level 537%, Mathematics Level 4 91% Level 537%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 49%Admission: SEAAssociated Schools: Holy FamilyCatholic High SchoolSpecial facilities: Physio room forphysically disabled children. Ofsted:October 2009 graded the school as‘good with outstanding features’.

WATERLOO

ST EDMUND & ST THOMASCATHOLIC PRIMARYOxford Road, L22 8QF0151 928 5586Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 350Extra School Activities: ContactschoolSports Activities: Contact schoolSATS: KS2 English Level 4 90% Level 529%, Mathematics Level 4 83% Level 550%, Science Level 4 86% Level 5 45%Admission: SEA

ST JOHN'S CE PRIMARYDenmark Street, L22 9RG0151 928 5685Headteacher: Mr R. J. MillerWeb: www.stjohnsce waterloo.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 137 Age Range: 5-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Arts club,

LIVERPOOLAIGBURTH

ST MARGARET’S CHURCH OFENGLAND HIGH Aigburth Road, L17 6AB 0151 427 1825Headmaster: Dr D. F. Dennison PhDEmail: [email protected] Web: www.stmargarets high.comType of School: Voluntary Aided,Technology and Language CollegePupils: 1000 (231 in the co-educational Sixth Form)Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 22-30Extra School Activities: Largerange of clubs, sporting activities andeducational visits/holidays.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 85% A Level 96% Languages: French, German andSpanishAdmission: 150 boys. 85% Churchcommitment, 15% Entrance Exam on26th September 2009. Co-educationalSixth Form. Contact the school directlyfor Prospectus and Application FormAssociated area: Liverpool DioceseSpecial facilities: New £2m Cricketand Sports Centre

AUCKLAND COLLEGE 65 Parkfield Road, L17 4LE0151 727 0083Principal: Mr Anthony AkaraonyeEmail: [email protected]: www.aucklandcollege.comType of School: IndependentPupils: 147 Age Range: 3-19 Average Class Size: 16Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Cinemaclub/art class/drama, science, plusbooster classes for all exams,homework clubSports Activities: In curriculum,football, gymnastics, swimming,cricket, fitness, rock climbing,rounders, volley ball, badminton,athletics, canoeing, kayaking, sailingand various fundraising walksExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 50%Languages: SpanishAdmission: Tour, day visit, recentreport, feedback meeting, appointmentwith Principal.Associated Schools: ContactAucklandSpecial facilities: Lab, IT Suite

AINTREE

ARCHBISHOP BECK CATHOLICSPORTS COLLEGECedar Road, L9 9AF0151 525 6326Headteacher: Mr Paul Dickinson

Email: [email protected]: www.abhs.ik.org (updated soon- a link will redirect)Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1256 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, cricket,tennis, swimming etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 82.5% A level 100% (2010)Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: BlessedSacrament, Holy Name, St Francis deSalesSpecial facilities: Cater for disabledpupils

ALLERTON

ENTERPRISE SOUTH LIVERPOOLACADEMYHeath Road, L19 4TN 0151 427 6482 Email: [email protected] Web: www.newheys.comHeadteacher: Mrs Ann Stahler Type of School: Business &Enterprise Specialist CollegePupils: 710 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Sports Activities: Netball, hockey,basketball, badminton, football, rugby,athletics.

Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 75%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Booker Avenue,Gilmour, Garston CofE, Springwood,Banks Road & Wider

ANFIELD

NORTH LIVERPOOL ACADEMY Heyworth Street, L5 0SQ0151 260 4044Headteacher: Mrs K Askew Email: [email protected] Web: www.northliverpoolacademy.co.ukType of School: AcademyPupils: 1149 Sixth Form: 220Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Music,dance, art and drama, ICT, languages,Duke of Edinburgh award scheme,community service, business andenterprise activities.Sports Activities: Sport and fitnessactivitiesExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 91% A level 100% Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEA


SECONDARY SCHOOLSSSEECCOONNDDAARRYY SSCCHHOOOOLL LLIISSTTIINNGGSS

Spanish clubSports Activities: Football, tennis,badminton, cricket, gym, etc.SATS: KS2 English Level 4 91% Level 536%, Mathematics Level 4 95% Level 555%, Science Level 4 100% Level 5 55%Languages: English, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St Michael’ CEHigh School

WATERLOO PRIMARYCrosby Road North, L22 0LD0151 928 4274Headteacher: Mrs Ruth BaldwinEmail: [email protected]: www.waterlooprimaryschool.org.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 319 Age Range: 4-11Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club from 7.45am and afterschool club until 6pm.Extra School Activities: Homeworkclub, chess club, art club, knitting, filmclub, zoom club, computer clubSports Activities: Judo, fencing,dancing, ballet, tennis, athletics, tagrugby, dance club, double dutchskipping, cheer-leading, footballSATS: KS2 (2010) English Level 4 65%Level 5 25%, Mathematics Level 4 77%Level 5 31%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA

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BROADGREEN

BROADGREEN INTERNATIONALSCHOOLQueens Drive, L13 5UQ 0151 228 6800 Headteacher: Mrs S.J. BeeversEmail:[email protected]: www.BroadgreenInternationalSchool.comType of School: Foundation SchoolTechnology CollegePupils: : 1204 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Duke ofEdinburgh Award scheme. Also arange of after school clubs includinghomework, art, sport, science andtechnology many of which areexternally accredited by Children’sUniversity. In addition we offer aSummer school,Easter school andmany International visits. Sports Activities: Swimming,fitness, canoeing, football, basketball,badminton, netball, table tennis.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 50%. Languages: French, Spanish, Italian,JapaneseAdmission: Governing body Associated Schools: Blueberry Park,Broadgreen Primary, CorinthianPrimary, Dovecot Primary, KensingtonPrimary, Knotty Ash Primary,Northway Primary, Phoenix Primary, StAnne’s (Stanley)

CALDERSTONES

CALDERSTONES Harthill Road, L18 3HS 0151 724 2087Headteacher: Mrs Sally BeeversEmail: [email protected] Web: www.calderstones.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 1529 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 26/27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Art, dramaSports Activities: PE, footballExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 62% (2010)Admission: LEA

CHILDWALL

CHILDWALL SPORTS COLLEGE Queens Drive, L15 6XZ 0151 722 1561 Headteacher: Mr Dewi Phillips Email: [email protected] Web: www.childwallsc.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 1196 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 20Pre & After School Activities: Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Music,drama, arts, maths club, science club,news group, international visits, GCSEDance, Comenius project, robodance,ski trip, Christian Union.Sports Activities: Football, netball,rugby union, gymnastics, dance,fitness (aerobics, circuits, fartlek,interval and weight training), athletics,cricket, hockey, rounders, softball,badminton, tennis, judo, karate, rockclimbing, orienteering, water sports,trampolining.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 66%Languages: SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

CITY CENTRE

ARCHBISHOP BLANCH CHURCHOF ENGLAND HIGH Mount Vernon Road, L7 3EA 0151 709 1452Headteacher: Miss J. Griffiths Email: [email protected]: www.abblanch.comType of School: Technology College& Training School. Voluntary Aided CE Pupils: 919 Age Range: 11-18 (girlsup to 16, mixed sex Sixth Form)Average Class Size: 27Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, homework clubExtra School Activities: Ski trips,residential & educational trips totheatres etc, work experience, drama,computer clubs, Youth Alpha,Christian Union, choirs, orchestra,jazz/rock groupsSports Activities: Hockey, netball,badminton, dance, athletics, crosscountry, swimming, gym & fitnessclub, cheerleading.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 89% (2010) A levels 99.36%Languages: French, German,Spanish, LatinAdmission: Application form with setcriteriaAssociated Schools: Primary schoolsthroughout the Diocese of LiverpoolFacilities: New sixth form centre,sports hall, gymnasium, fitness suite,all weather sports pitch.

CROXTETH

DE LA SALLE HUMANITIESCOLLEGECarr Lane East, L11 4SG 0151 546 3134Headteacher: Mr Patrick Ferguson Email: [email protected]: www.de-la-salle.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 513 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 30Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 75% A level 94% (2010)Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Teresa’s, StMatthew’s, Our Lady & St Philomena,St Swithin’s, All Saints, Beaufort Park,Croxteth Primary, Mab Lane,Monksdown, Our Lady Immaculate,Ranworth Square, St Albert’s, StBrigid’s, St Cecilia’s, St John Fisher, StMargaret Mary’s, St Michael’s, StNicholas, St Sebastian’s,Wellesbourne, Barlows Primary,Blackmoor Park, Blessed Sacrament,Broad Square, Emmaus, Gwladys St,Holy Name, Huyton with Roby,Leamington Primary, Lister Juniors,New Park, Nine Tree, Our Lady Queenof Peace, Roscoe Juniors, St Patricks,St Francis De Sales, St Johns, StMichaels, St Pauls, The Trinity.

ST JOHN BOSCO ARTS COLLEGE Stonedale Crescent, L11 9DQ 0151 546 6360Headteacher: Mrs Anne PontifexEmail: [email protected]: www.st-johnbosco.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1068 Age Range: 11-19Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club, holiday sports provisionExtra School Activities: Homeworkclub, languages, science, dance,drama, music, Cafod, youngenterprise, art, ICTSports Activities: Trampolining,football, athletics, netball, roundersExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)

Level 2 84% A levels 94.1%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEA

EDGE HILL

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIPSCHOOLOverbury Street, L7 3HL0151 709 1642Headteacher: Miss Barbara LordWeb: www.cfschool.org.uk Type of School: IndependentPupils: 186 Age Range: 4-16Extra School Activities: Chess,vocal group, art and craft Sports Activities: FootballExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 100% (2010)Languages: FrenchAdmission: Set criteria

FAZAKERLEY

FAZAKERLEY HIGH SCHOOLSpecialist Engineering CollegeSherwoods Lane, L10 1LB 0151 524 4530/524 4531Headteacher: Mr Nicholas Fleming Email: [email protected]: www.fazakerleyhigh.orgType of School: CommunityPupils: 834 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: HomeworkclubSports Activities: Trampolining,football, netball, tag rugby, athletics,climbing wallExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 93% (2010)Languages: FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Rice LaneJuniors, Longmoor Primary, FazakerleyPrimary, Barlows Primary, LeamingtonPrimary.Special facilities: New schoolbuilding, sports centre with gym andclimbing wall

GARSTON

ENTERPRISE SOUTH LIVERPOOLACADEMYHorrocks Avenue, L19 5PF 0151 294 3150Headteacher: Mr J FinniganEmail: [email protected] Type of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 758 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 22Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Drama,choir, brass band, art club, SATSrevision club, GCSE revision clubSports Activities: Football, cricket,athletics, rounders, basketball, netball,martial artsExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 78% A level 85%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Holy Trinity, StAmbrose, St Anthony of Padua, StAustin, St Christopher, St Francis ofAssisi, St Charles, St Finbar, StVincent, Our Lady of Mount CarmelSpecial facilities: ICT suites,Transformation Learning Centre

GATEACRE

GATEACRE COMMUNITYCOMPREHENSIVEGrange Lane, L25 4SD 0151 428 1569Headteacher: Mr Gerard Lonergan Email: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 1432 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 28

Extra School Activities: Drama andmusicSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 71% A level 99% (2010)Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEA

KENSINGTON

THE ACADEMY OF ST FRANCISOF ASSISI Gardners Drive, L6 7UR 0151 260 7600Headteacher: Mr D McNiffe Email: [email protected] Web: www.st-francisofassisi-liverpool.orgType of School: AcademyPupils: 822 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 28Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 64%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEASpecial facilities: Gifted & Talenteddepartment

MOSSLEY HILL

LIVERPOOL COLLEGE HMCINDEPENDENT Queens Drive, Mossley Hill,Liverpool, L18 8BG0151 724 4000Principal: Mr H van MourikBroekman MA (Hons)Email: [email protected]: www.liverpoolcollege.org.ukType of School: HMC IndependentPupils: 795 Age Range: 2-18 Average Class Size: 17Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: CombinedCadet Force plus various extracurricular activitiesSports Activities: Rugby, football,cricket, netball, hockey, athleticsExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 85.7% IB 339 UCAS points percandidate equiv 2A’s, 1B. A=120ptsLanguages: Italian, Spanish, French,LatinAdmission: By entrance assessment Associated Schools: Local schools

SEFTON PARK

BELLERIVE FCJ CATHOLICCOLLEGE Windermere Terrace, L8 3SB0151 727 2064Headteacher: Sister Brigid Halligan Web: www.bellerivefcj.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 899 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Sports Activities: Netball, hockey,badminton, football, dance,gymnastics, athletics, health & fitness,rounders, cross country, urbanadventure.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 89% A level 98.5% (2010)Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: Religious admissionspolicyAssociated Schools: CitywideSpecial facilities: Three specialismsawarded: Sciences, Maths andComputing, Applied Learning

ST HILDA’S CHURCH OFENGLAND HIGH Croxteth Drive, L17 3AL 0151 733 2709 Headteacher: Mrs E BensonEmail: [email protected] Web: www.st-hildas.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 862 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 26Extra School Activities: Signlanguage, Soap/Candle making,

Trampolining, cheerleadingSports Activities: Athletics, netball,rounders.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 88% A level 96.5%Languages: French, Spanish, GermanAdmission: Religious Route /Academic RouteAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: New drama studio,Refurbished Laboratories

SPEKE

PARKLANDS HIGH SCHOOLGanworth Road, L24 2RZ 0151 486 2612Headteacher: Mrs Yvonne SharplesEmail: [email protected]: www.parklands.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 568 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Studysupport sessions, revision classes,performing artsSports Activities: Football, hockey,netball, rounders, trampoliningExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 57% Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Local primariesSpecial facilities: ICT suites

TOXTETH

THE BELVEDERE ACADEMY17 Belvidere Road, L8 3TF0151 727 1284Principal: Mr P. M. KennedyWeb: www.belvedereacademy.netPupils: 596 Age Range: 11-19Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: EnrichmentclubsSports Activities: Badminton,basketball, unihoc, netball, lacrosse,gymnastics, dance, cross country,trampolining, volleyball.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 99%, A Level 88% Admission: LEA

WALTON

ALSOP HIGH SCHOOLSpecialist Technology CollegeQueens Drive, L4 6SH0151 235 1200Headteacher: Mr P Jamieson Type of School: CommunityComprehensivePupils: 1739 Age Range: 11-18Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 84%, A level 99% (2010)Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Various

NOTRE DAME CATHOLICCOLLEGESpecialist School for the ArtsEverton Valley, L4 4EZ0151 263 3104Headteacher: Mrs F Harrison BSc(Hons) NPQHEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 900 Age Range: 11-18Pre-school Activities: Early morningmusic club, breakfast club.Extra School Activities: Homeworkclub, college choirs, chamber choir,steel band, samba band, gamelan,orchestra, African drumming, dramaclub, dance club, contemporary dancegroup, ballet group, extra musictuition, young arts, more able and

talented performing arts group.Sports Activities: Football,trampolining, climbing, badminton,basketball.Examination Results: GCSE (5 A*-Cgrades) Level 2 81% Top 1% nationallyfor student academic progress .Language: Spanish, French.Admissions: LEA.Associated Schools: Local schools.Special Features: ArtsBus, Dramastudio, Dance studio, Performing Artsauditorium (500 tiered seats), MusicTechnology Suite, dedicated SixthForm resource and leisure area.

WAVERTREE

THE BLUE COAT Church Road, L15 9EE 0151 733 1407Headteacher: Mrs Debbie Silcock Email:[email protected]: www.bluecoatschool.netType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 930 Sixth Form 350 StudentsAge Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 24Sports Activities: Athletics,basketball, cricket, football, netball,hockeyExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 99.6% A level 99.6% (2010)Languages: French, Spanish, Latin Admission: Application form with setcriteria

KING DAVID HIGH Childwall Road, L15 6UZ0151 722 7496 Headteacher: Mrs Brigid SmithEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 634 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 30Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 84% A level 98.5%Languages: French, German, Hebrew Admission: Application form with setcriteriaAssociated Schools: King DavidPrimary

WEST DERBY

BROUGHTON HALL CATHOLIC HIGH Yew Tree Lane, L12 9HJ 0151 228 3622Headteacher: Mr Gerard Murphy Email: [email protected]: www.broughtonhall.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1282 Age Range: 11-18Extra School Activities: Art,banking services, choir, drama,information technology, library,literacy, music (brass, woodwind,strings, drums, keyboards and guitar),school magazine, and theatre trips.Sports Activities: Football, hockey,tennis, netball, athleticsExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 95% A level 97% Admission: LEA

CARDINAL HEENAN CATHOLIC HIGHSpecialist Sports CollegeHoneysgreen Lane, L12 9HZ 0151 228 3472Headteacher: Mr Dave Forshaw Email: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1375 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Art, music,computer, LRC, war hammer clubsSports Activities: Various Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)

Level 2 94% A levels 97.58% (2010)Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: St Cecilia, StCuthbert, St Dominic, St MargaretMary, St Oswald, St Paul, St Sebastian

HOLLY LODGEGirls College Queens Drive, L13 0AE0151 228 3772 Headteacher: Ms J E Tinsley BA(Hons) NPQHEmail: [email protected]: www.hollylodge.liverpool.sch.ukType of School: Girls CollegePupils: 1216 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 23Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 86% A level 93% (2010)Languages: French, GermanAdmission: LEAAssociated Schools: Roscoe,Broadgreen and others

ST EDWARD’S COLLEGE Sandfield Park, L12 1LF0151 281 1999 Headteacher: Mr J E WaszekEmail: [email protected]: www.st-edwards.co.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1180 Age Range: 11-18Extra School Activities: Chess club,Da Vinci club, debating, drama, Dukeof Edinburgh, warhammer club,website club.Sports Activities: Athletics, cricket,cross country, hockey, netball, rugby,swimming, tennisExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 88% A Level 79.4%Admission: Set criteria

WEST DERBY SCHOOL364 West Derby Road L13 7HQ0151 235 1333Headteacher: Margaret RannardEmail: [email protected] Web: www.westderbyschool.co.ukPupils: 1050 Age Range: 11-18Extra School Activities: Chess,science, technology, music, drama,computerSports Activities: Athletics,badminton, volleyball, football, hockey,cricket, golf, baseball, table tennis,Gifted & TalentedExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 97% A Level 97% (2010)Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: LEA

WOOLTON

ST FRANCIS XAVIER’S COLLEGECentre of Excellence for Mathsand ComputingBeaconsfield Road, L25 6EG 0151 288 1000Headteacher: Mr Leslie Rippon Email: [email protected]: www.sfx.liverpool.co.ukType of School: FoundationPupils: 1318 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 25Extra School Activities: Debating,music, art, drama, boys choirSports Activities: Football, cricket,athletics, swimming, squashExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 65%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEA and school form

ST JULIE’S CATHOLIC HIGHSCHOOLSpecialist Language CollegeSpeke Road, L25 7TN 0151 428 6421 Headteacher: Tim Alderman Email: reception@st-

julies.liverpool.sch.ukWeb: www.stjulies.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1200 Age Range: 11-18Extra School Activities: Dance &Drama. There are five DanceCompanies who have participated inRegional and National Competitions.Outside links – RADA, LiverpoolPlayhouse, Everyman Theatre. ArtsMark Gold AwardSports Activities: Regional &National Competitions – Gymnastics,Netball, Football, Athletics,Badminton, Hockey, Cross Country Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 70%Languages: Spanish, German,French.Admission: LEA

SHOREFIELDS SCHOOLDingle Vale, L8 9SJ0151 727 1387 Headteacher: Ms Alison Dearden Email: [email protected]: www.shorefields.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 719 Age Range: 11-18Sports Activities: Netball, football,basketball, table tennis, badminton,fitness, dance, cheer leading,boxercise, aerobics, cricket, handball,hockey, tennis, athletics.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 80% (2010)Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: LEA

KNOWSLEYHALEWOOD

HIGHFIELD SCHOOLBaileys Lane, L26 0TY0151 288 8930Headteacher: Mr Tom SmithEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 38 Age Range: 6-16 Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: VariousExam results: N/ALanguages: French, SpanishAdmission: By appointment

HALEWOOD CENTRE FORLEARNINGThe Avenue, L26 1UU0151 477 8830Principal: Mrs Ann BehanEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningExam results: N/AAdmission: Knowsley Local Authority

HUYTON

ALT BRIDGE SECONDARYSUPPORT CENTREWellcroft Road, L36 7TA0151 477 8310Headteacher: Mr Barry KerwinEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 112 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 8Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Trampolining,netball, football, bocciaExam results: N/AAdmission: Through education office

CHRIST THE KING CENTRE FORLEARNINGStockbridge Lane, L36 3SD0151 477 8800Acting Principal: Pat TunnaEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningPupils: 501 Age Range: 11-16Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)



Level 2 49%Admission: Knowsley Local Authority

HUYTON ARTS AND SPORTSCENTRE FOR LEARNINGSeel Road, L36 6DG0151 477 8860Principal: Madeleine CotsonEmail: [email protected]: www.huytonartsandsportscfl.knowsley.gov.uk Type of School: CommunityPupils: 1308 Age Range: 11-16Pre & After School Activities: anextensive range of study support,enrichment and sports and artsactivitiesSports Activities: a wide range of onand off site activitiesExam results: N/AAdmission: Knowsley Local AuthorityOpen Day: 23rd September 2010

KNOWSLEY PARK CENTRE FORLEARNINGKnowsley Park Lane, L34 3NB0151 477 8680Principal: Marion FarrellEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningExam results: N/AAdmission: Knowsley Local Authority

RIVERSIDE STUDY CENTREStretton Way, L36 6JF0151 480 4000Headteacher: Mr M DaviesEmail: [email protected] of School: IndependentPupils: 48 Age Range: 11-17Average Class Size: 7Exam results: N/ALanguages: FrenchAdmission: Telephone for detailsAssociated Schools: Wirral View

KIRKBY

KNOWSLEY CENTRES FORLEARNINGALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CENTREFOR LEARNINGRoughwood Drive, L33 8XF0151 477 8740Principal: Mr P Bradley M.ScEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningPupils: 1221 Age Range: 11-18Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 77%Admission: Knowsley Local Authority

KIRKBY SPORTS COLLEGE - ACENTRE FOR LEARNINGBracknell Avenue, L32 9PP0151 477 8710Principal: PamKilhamEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningPupils: 1236 Age Range: 11-16Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 71%Admission: Knowsley Local Authority

NEWSTEAD CENTREBracknell Avenue, L32 9PW0151 477 8382Headteacher: Mr Mike MarshallEmail: [email protected] of School: People Referral UnitPupils: 95 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 9Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubSports Activities: Football teamExam results: Not availableAdmission: By referral only

SPRINGFIELD SCHOOLCawthorne Close, L32 3XQ0151 549 1395Headteacher: John ParkesEmail: [email protected]

Type of School: Community SpecialPupils: 76 Age Range: 3-19Average Class Size: 7 Sports Activities: Sports clubExam results: N/AAdmission: Special criteria

PRESCOT

TOWER COLLEGEMill Lane, L35 6NE0151 426 4333Email: [email protected]: www.towercollege.com Type of School: IndependentPupils: 530 Age Range: 3-16Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast and After school clubExtra School Activities: Sports,music, dramaExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 97% (2010)Admission: Set criteria

STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE

THE ELMS SCHOOLWhitethorne Drive, L28 1RX0151 477 8350Headteacher: Ms Linda LoweEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 111 Age Range: 2-19 Sports Activities: VariousAdmission: By referral

WHISTON

ST EDMUND ARROWSMITHCATHOLIC CENTRE FORLEARNINGCumber Lane, L35 7DG0151 477 8770Principal: Mr Martyn CampbellEmail: [email protected] of School: Centre for LearningPupils: 845 Age Range: 11-16Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 69%Admission: Knowsley Local Authority

SEFTONBOOTLE

HILLSIDE HIGHBreeze Hill, L20 9NU 0151 525 2630Headteacher: Mrs L SchemiltEmail: [email protected] of School: CommunityPupils: 845 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Dramaclub, formula schoolsSports Activities: Football,basketball, athletics, cricket, fitness,cross country, dance, netball, rugby,weight training, badminton, tabletennis, cheerleading.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 91% Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Christchurch,Bedford RoadSpecial facilities: ICT suite

SAVIO SALESIAN COLLEGENetherton Way, L30 2NA 0151 521 3088Headteacher: Father G BriodyEmail: [email protected] of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 719 Age Range: 11-18Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast ClubExtra School Activities: Homeworkclub, computer club, cookery clubSports Activities: Football, netball,basketball, cricketExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 81%, A level 96%

Lanuages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: SEA

ST AMBROSE BARLOWCATHOLIC HIGHCopy Lane, L30 7PQ 0151 526 7044Headteacher: Paul Davidson, MAEmail: [email protected]: www.stambrosebarlow.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 434 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 24Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: Football, netball,dance, badminton, fitness, rugbyExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 95% (2010)Languages: SpanishAssociated Schools: St Benedicts,Holy Spirit, Our Lady of WalsinghamAdmission: SEA and application form

ST GEORGE OF ENGLAND Specialist Engineering CollegeFernhill Road, L20 6AQ 0151 922 3798Headteacher: Mrs L. WiseEmail: [email protected]: www.stgengland.co.uk Type of School: SpecialistEngineering CollegePupils: 451 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 25Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: DanceSports Activities: Football,basketball, etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 86% (2010)Languages: Spanish, FrenchAssociated Schools: Thomas Gray,Springwell Park, Linacre PrimaryAdmission: SEA

CROSBY

CHESTERFIELD HIGH SCHOOLSpecialist Sports CollegeChesterfield Road, L23 9YB0151 924 6454Headteacher: Mr S PenneyEmail: [email protected] of School: ComprehensivePupils: 1291 Age range: 11-18 Average Class Size: 30 Extra School Activities: Dance,tennis, basketball, media, ITExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 85% Languages: French, Spanish, GermanAdmission: SEASpecial Faciities: Dance studio,outdoor tennis court, 2 sports media

CROSBY HIGHDe Villiers Avenue, L23 2TH 0151 924 3671Headteacher: Mr S DempseyType of School: Community SpecialPupils: 134 Age Range: 11-16Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousLanguages: FrenchAdmission: Statemented

ST MARY’S COLLEGE, CROSBYEverest Road, L23 5TW0151 924 3926Headteacher: Mr M Kennedyemail: [email protected]: www.stmarys.acType of School: IndependentPupils: 813 Age range: 0-18Class size: 15Extra School Activities: IT,Amnesty International, debating,young enterprise, art club, chess club,SPUC, design club, French circle,maths club, SVP, school council,justice and peace, DoE award scheme,stage band, orchestra, choirs, concertband, young writers, Lourdes group,

drama club, puzzle club, science club,CCF, Spanish club, young LIFE.Sporting Activities: Athletics, crosscountry, netball, football, rugby, tennis,table tennis, angling, cricket,badminton, basketball, dance, fitness,gymnastics, hockey, multi-gym,rounders, swimming, triathlon,volleyball.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)94%, A Level 99% Admission: Interview, reference andexamination

MERCHANT TAYLORS’ BOYS’SCHOOL, CROSBYLiverpool Road, L23 0QP0151 928 3308Headteacher: Mr D H CookWeb: www.merchanttaylors.comType of School: Independent DaySchoolPupils: 797 Age Range: 7-19Average Class Size: 22Extra School Activities: Drama,music, choral, band, combined cadetforceSports Activities: Rugby, hockey,cross country, cricket, athletics, tennis,rowingExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 98% A level 100% Admission: By appointment

MERCHANT TAYLORS’ GIRLS’SCHOOL, CROSBYLiverpool Road, L23 5SP0151 924 3140Headteacher: Mrs L A RobinsonWeb: www.merchanttaylors.comType of School: Independent DaySchoolPupils: 890 Age Range: 4-19Average Class Size: 22Extra School Activities: Drama,music, choral, band, combined cadetforceSports Activities: Rugby, hockey,cross country, cricket, athletics, tennis,rowingExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)level 2 99%, A level 99.6%Admission: By appointment

SACRED HEART CATHOLICCOLLEGESpecialist Status Mathematics &ComputingLiverpool Road, L23 5TF 0151 931 2971Headteacher: Mr J A SummerfieldEmail: [email protected]: www.sacredheartcollege.org.ukType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1468 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 24Extra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 85%Languages: French, Spanish, LatinAdmission: SEASpecial facilities: New sports hall

ST MICHAEL'S CE HIGHSt Michaels Road, L23 7UL 0151 924 6778Headteacher: Mrs Y SharplesType of School: C of E VoluntaryAidedPupils: 571 Age Range: 11-18Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: VariousSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 70%Languages: French, Spanish, GermanAdmission: SEA Associated Schools: St Luke’sPrimary, Valewood Primary


FORMBY

FORMBY HIGH SCHOOLA Specialist School forPerforming Arts and ScienceFreshfield Road, L37 3HW 01704 873100Headteacher: Mr Brian RourkeEmail: [email protected] Web: www.formbyhigh.orgType of School: HighPupils: 1014 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Homeworkclub, coursework and revisionworkshops, vast range of performingarts, sports and outdoor pursuitactivitiesSports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 83% A level 92.02% Languages: French, Spanish, LatinAdmission: SEA

RANGE HIGH FORMBYStapleton Road, L37 2YN01704 879315Headteacher: Mrs M. MillerEmail: [email protected]: www.range.sefton.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 1282 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 26 Extra School Activities: Africanmusic group, Soul group, orchestra,Russian, rockatom, foreign exchangeand work experience visits, dance,Duke of Edinburgh Award, ski trips toAustria, water sports in France,theatre trips, Kielder Challenge. Sports Activities: Football, netball,hockey, basketball, rugby, cricket,cross country, athletics, tennisExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 89% A level 91.7%Languages: French, German,Spanish, ItalianAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: WoodlandsPrimary & St Luke’s PrimarySpecial facilities: Specialist schoolfor Maths & ICT

LITHERLAND

LITHERLAND HIGHSterrix Lane, L21 0DB 0151 928 4449Headteacher: Mr Jim DonnellyWeb: www.litherland-high.sefton.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 752 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast & After School clubsExtra School Activities: Dancecompany, exchange and study visitsSports Activities: Football, netball.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 63% Languages: Spanish, French,German, ItalianAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: LitherlandPartnership

ROWAN PARKSterrix Lane, L21 0DB 0151 222 4894Headteacher: Mrs Jane KellyEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 118 Age Range: 2-19Average Class Size: 8Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool clubSports Activities: Cricket, football,swimming, bocciaExam results: N/AAdmission: SEASpecial facilities: Autism classes,MDVI classes

ST WILFRID'S CATHOLIC HIGHOrrell Road, L21 8NU 0151 928 4543Headteacher: Mr GallagherType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 643 Age Range: 11-18Extra School Activities: Drama,science club, history club, chess clubSports Activities: Football, netballExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 37%, A level 95% (2010)Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Our Lady Starof the Sea, English Martyrs, StElizabeth’s, Our Lady Queen of Peaceplus various local schools.

MAGHULL

DEYES HIGHSpecialist Science CollegeDeyes Lane, L31 6DE0151 526 3814Headteacher: Mr Peter ReedEmail: [email protected]: www.deyes.sefton.sch.ukPupils: 1433 Age Range: 11-18Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 74%Languages: Spanish, German, FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Various localschools

MAGHULL HIGHOrmonde Drive, L31 7AW 0844 4773438Headteacher: Mr Mark AndersonEmail: [email protected]: www.maghullhigh.comType of School: CommunityPupils: 1284 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 26Extra School Activities: Dance,drama, musicSports Activities: Hockey, netball,football, basketball, badminton, tennis,rounders etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 78%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Various localschools

MARICOURT CATHOLIC HIGHHall Lane, L31 3DZ 0151 330 3366Headteacher: Sr Mary TeresaEmail: [email protected]: www.maricourt.netType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1493 Age Range: 11-18Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Music,drama, dance etc.Sports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 88%Languages: Spanish, FrenchAdmission: By set criteriaAssociated Schools: St George, HolyRosary, St Gregory, St John BoscoSpecial facilities: Fitness studio,drama & dance studio

SOUTHPORT

BIRKDALE HIGHWindy Harbour Road, PR8 3DT 01704 577253Headteacher: Mr G. LoveridgeEmail: [email protected]: www.birkdalehigh.co.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 918 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 29Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast club Extra School Activities: ICT studyroomsSports Activities: Football, cricket,table tennis, basketball etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 72% (2010)

Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: ITC study rooms

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLICHIGH & SIXTH FORM CENTREStamford Road, PR8 4EX01704 565121Headteacher: Mr John GannonEmail: [email protected]: www.christtheking-school.comType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 1192 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: AfterSchool, contact for details.Sports Activities: Football, netball,badminton, tennis etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 88%Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEA and set criteriaAssociated Schools: VariousSpecial facilities: TechnologyCollege

GREENBANK HIGHHastings Road, PR8 2LT01704 567591Headteacher: Mrs P. McQuadeEmail: [email protected]: www.greenbank.sefton.sch.ukType of School: Language CollegePupils: 892 Age Range: 11-16Average Class Size: 28Pre & After School Activities:Breakfast clubExtra School Activities: Homeworkclub, gardening clubSports Activities: Football, netball,tennis etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 86%Languages: French, Spanish,German, Russian, ChineseAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Various local

MEREFIELD SCHOOLWestminster Drive, PR8 2QZ 01704 577163Headteacher: Ms Alison FosterEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 65 Age Range: 2-19Pre & After School Activities: AfterSchool clubExam results: N/AAdmission: SEA and other criteria

MEOLS COP HIGH SCHOOLMeols Cop Road, PR8 6JS01704 531180Headteacher: Miss HeatonEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 676 Age Range: 11-16Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 75%Admission: SEA

PETERHOUSE SCHOOLPreston New Road, PR9 8PA 01704 506682Headteacher: Janet Allan (acting)Email: [email protected] of School: Autism SpecialSchoolPupils: 51 Age Range: 5-19Average Class Size: 8Exam results: (2008 results) OCRlevel 2 100% entry level 100% ASDAN100%Admission: SEA and set criteria

STANLEY HIGHSpecialist Sports CollegeFleetwood Road, PR9 9TF 01704 228940Headteacher: Mr D. TanseyEmail: [email protected]: www.stanley.sefton.sch.ukType of School: CommunityPupils: 840 Age Range: 11-16Extra School Activities: Schoolband, history interviews, charity workSports Activities: Football, netball,etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 82.3% (2010)Languages: German, FrenchAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: Various

THORNTON

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC HIGHVirgins Lane, L23 4UL 0151 924 6451Headteacher: Mrs SeddonEmail: [email protected]: www.hfchsonline.ik.orgType of School: Voluntary AidedPupils: 767 Age Range: 11-18Average Class Size: 27Extra School Activities: Drama,web club, cheer leadingSports Activities: Football, cricket,netball, etc.Exam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 93.8%, A level 99.5% (2010)Languages: French, SpanishAdmission: SEAAssociated Schools: St William ofYork, St Jeromes, St Mary, LittleCrosby, Our Lady of Compassion,Formby.

NEWFIELD SCHOOL &SPECIALIST COLLEGEEdge Lane, L23 4TG0151 934 2991Headteacher: Mrs EvansEmail: [email protected] of School: Community SpecialPupils: 77 Age Range: 5-16Average Class Size: 8Sports Activities: VariousExam results: GCSE (5 A*-C grades)Level 2 33%Languages: SpanishAdmission: SEA and set criteria

Examination results sourced from www.dcsf.gov.uk/performancetables

CHILDWALLSCHOOL

A Specialist Sports College

Headteacher Dewi Phillips, J.P., B.A., M.Ed.Fiveways, Queens Drive, Liverpool L15 6XZ

email: [email protected]: www.childwallsc.co.uk

Tel: 0151 722 1561

Latest report from Ofsted:‘ This is a school with energy, ambition and high aspirations for its students.’

‘ Pupils feel safe, secure and valued.’

‘ There is an impressive range of curricular activities,assemblies and extra-curricular opportunities.’

‘ The quality of care, guidance and support isoutstanding.’

‘ Pupils thrive in this harmonious community andmake good progress in their academic work andpersonal development.’

Anyone wishing to view the schoolplease contact 0151 722 1561


My SchoolI attended Childwall C of E Primary andGateacre Comprehensive Secondary School.

My Favourite TeacherMr Simpson, my first form teacher - he wasinto cycling so we got on really well!

My Favourite Subject at SchoolProbably PE, I loved being outdoors doing anysport more than any classroom that's for sure!

Were you streetwise or a bit of a geek?I'd like to think I was pretty streetwise, a bit ofa scally if anything!!

My Favourite ChildhoodSinger/BandI wasn’t much into music as akid but I remember listening toa lot of Michael Jackson.

My Favourite Extra-Curricular Activity

I didn't really do any, as soon asthat bell rang I was home as fast as I could so Icould get out in time on my bike before it gotdark.

Do you remember your first schoolcrush?I had a few! One of the things that used to get

me out of bed and into school in the morningswhere all the girls!

My Favourite BookI don’t often get the time to read, too busy onmy bike, but Lance Armstrong’s ‘It’s not aboutthe Bike’ is about the only book I've had thetime to ever get through!

School DinnersSchool dinners werepretty awful fromwhat I canremember? Beingconscious about mydiet there wasn't muchI could eat in the school canteen so I ate outwhenever I could. I hear things have changedquite a bit now though!

My Ambitions at SchoolMy only ever ambition was tobe a professional bike rider!Sounds rather cliché but it’strue! I remember telling all myteachers and a career guidanceofficer. They all looked atme as if it was not areal career!

My School DaysMatt Brammeier – National Cycling Champion of Ireland

Liverpool cyclistMatt Brammeierhas always had adream to be aprofessional cyclist.He started hiscycling career withthe LiverpoolCentury RacingClub before turningprofessional withthe Belgium ProfelZiegler ContinentalTeam. Matt now raceswith the An Post-Sean Kelly Team inIreland and in June2010 Matt becamethe Irish NationalRoad RaceChampion. Matt’s path tobecoming IrishChampion is madeeven moreremarkable by thefact that two yearsago Matt had a veryserious accident, hewas hit by a cementtruck breaking bothlegs and his hip. Matt said, “At thismoment most of themisery and painhave gone, but noteverything”.Matt qualified toride for Ireland

through his Irishgrandparents.

Lance Armstrong -Matt’s cycling hero

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Calderstones Specialist Science College hasexcellent facilities including 15 ScienceLaboratories, extensive Sports provision, Art rooms and Drama facilities. Our examresults are amongst the best in Liverpool andwe always aim to offer each pupil as manyopportunities as possible both inside andoutside the classroom.

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