The Academy of St Francis of Assisi
URN: 101857 • Liverpool L6 7UR
Overview
- Name
- The Academy of St Francis of Assisi
- URN
- 101857
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England/Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracey Greenough (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Gardners Drive, Liverpool L6 7UR
Summary
The Academy of St Francis of Assisi, located in Liverpool, is a mixed secondary academy that serves 882 students, with a capacity of 900. As a joint faith institution, it embraces both Catholic and Church of England principles while welcoming students from various backgrounds and faiths. The academy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, guided by Christian values such as Pride, Ambition, Respect, Peace, Reconciliation, and Happiness.
The curriculum at the Academy is designed to support the holistic development of students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. The school emphasizes the importance of education as a means to prepare for the future, promoting a culture of excellence and personal growth. Various extracurricular activities, including drama and fundraising events, are integrated into school life to enhance students' learning experiences and community engagement.
With a significant portion of students (42.8%) eligible for free school meals, the academy prioritizes support for all learners, ensuring that every child is valued and nurtured. The Academy of St Francis of Assisi aims to create a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at the Academy is designed to support the holistic development of students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. The school emphasizes the importance of education as a means to prepare for the future, promoting a culture of excellence and personal growth. Various extracurricular activities, including drama and fundraising events, are integrated into school life to enhance students' learning experiences and community engagement.
With a significant portion of students (42.8%) eligible for free school meals, the academy prioritizes support for all learners, ensuring that every child is valued and nurtured. The Academy of St Francis of Assisi aims to create a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- Archbishop Blanch CofE High School (75.4)
- The Belvedere Academy (75.2)
- Formby High School (70.2)
- St Edward's College (70.2)
- Calderstones School (69.4)
Key details
- LA
- Liverpool
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 882
- Boys
- 485
- Girls
- 400
- FSM %
- 42.80
- Open date
- 2005-09-01
- Close date
- 2015-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2012-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 882 | 485 | 400 | 900 | 42.80 |
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