Abbot's Lea School

URN: 104736 • Liverpool L25 6EE

Overview

Name
Abbot's Lea School
URN
104736
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.9 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ania Hildrey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01514281161
Website
Visit
Address
Beaconsfield Road, Liverpool L25 6EE

Summary

Abbot's Lea School is a maintained community special school located in Liverpool, catering to over 270 students aged 3-19 with Autism and various associated learning differences. The school aims to provide high-quality education by focusing on academic progress, specialist support, and the development of essential life skills. This approach is designed to prepare students for independence and adulthood, promoting personalisation of learning through small class sizes and targeted support.

The school operates a multidisciplinary team that includes therapeutic services such as Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy, ensuring comprehensive support for students' welfare and educational needs. Abbot's Lea School also values collaboration with families and the wider community, encouraging input from parents and staff to enhance the educational experience.

With a commitment to being an International Centre of Excellence in Autism Education, Abbot's Lea School fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to engage with the school community through various channels, including social media and newsletters.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
272
Pupils
272
Boys
227
Girls
45
FSM %
58.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 272 227 45 272 58.30
2024-09-11 271 229 42 272 57.10
2023-09-11 270 234 36 272 57.80
2022-09-11 270 234 36 272 57.80
2021-09-11 271 237 34 272 55.90
2020-09-11 260 228 32 272 47.70

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login