Calderstones School
URN: 104698 • Liverpool L18 3HS
Overview
- Name
- Calderstones School
- URN
- 104698
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 69.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Ratcliffe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01517242087
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harthill Road, Liverpool L18 3HS
Summary
Calderstones School is a mixed community secondary school located in Liverpool, serving approximately 1,575 students. Established in 1921, the school prides itself on its diverse community, where students from various backgrounds learn together. The school's ethos emphasizes empathy, equality, and high expectations, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that nurtures each student's potential and prepares them for adult life.
The curriculum at Calderstones is designed to challenge students while fostering a love for learning. The school encourages exploration and critical thinking through a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Staff are dedicated to creating a supportive environment that promotes good behaviour and mutual respect, ensuring that every student feels valued and motivated to excel.
Calderstones School actively collaborates with parents and the local community to enhance student success. With a strong focus on mental health and well-being, the school aims to equip students with the skills and resilience necessary for their future. Admission to Year 7 is competitive, with a significant waiting list, reflecting the school's reputation and commitment to high educational standards.
The curriculum at Calderstones is designed to challenge students while fostering a love for learning. The school encourages exploration and critical thinking through a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Staff are dedicated to creating a supportive environment that promotes good behaviour and mutual respect, ensuring that every student feels valued and motivated to excel.
Calderstones School actively collaborates with parents and the local community to enhance student success. With a strong focus on mental health and well-being, the school aims to equip students with the skills and resilience necessary for their future. Admission to Year 7 is competitive, with a significant waiting list, reflecting the school's reputation and commitment to high educational standards.
Useful links
- Calderstones @ Edu Lettings (other)
- 'Inside Calderstones' - Issue 10 (April 2025) (other)
- 'Inside Calderstones' - Issue 8 (December 2024) (other)
- 'Inside Calderstones' - Issue 11 (July 2025) (other)
- 'Inside Calderstones' - Issue 9 (February 2025) (other)
- Financial Benchmarking (other)
- Swimming Academy (other)
- Year 9 Options Booklet (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
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)
- St Hilda's Church of England High School (68.4)
Key details
- LA
- Liverpool
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1543
- Pupils
- 1575
- Boys
- 901
- Girls
- 674
- FSM %
- 21.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1575 | 901 | 674 | 1543 | 21.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1597 | 931 | 666 | 1543 | 23.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1546 | 932 | 614 | 1543 | 22.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1546 | 932 | 614 | 1543 | 22.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1529 | 919 | 610 | 1543 | 22.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1483 | 887 | 596 | 1543 | 20.60 |
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