Ernest Cookson School

URN: 104744 • Liverpool L13 0BQ

Overview

Name
Ernest Cookson School
URN
104744
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
18.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nigel Hunt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01513305121
Website
Address
Bankfield Road, Liverpool L13 0BQ

Summary

Ernest Cookson School is a community special school located in Liverpool, specifically catering to boys with special educational needs. The school currently has 63 pupils enrolled, with a capacity for 70, indicating a supportive and focused environment for each student. A significant percentage of the student body, 79.40%, is eligible for free school meals, reflecting the community context and the socio-economic challenges faced by many families in the area.

The school is dedicated to providing tailored educational experiences that cater to the individual needs of its pupils. This includes a curriculum designed to promote personal, social, and academic development, ensuring that each child can thrive in a nurturing setting. The staff at Ernest Cookson School are trained to support a diverse range of learning needs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where all students can achieve their potential.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with efforts made to involve families and local organisations in the educational process. This collaborative approach not only enhances the learning experience but also strengthens the support network available to students and their families.

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Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
63
Boys
63
Girls
0
FSM %
79.40
Open date
Close date
2025-06-30
Last Ofsted
2024-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 63 63 0 70 79.40
2024-09-11 70 70 0 70 85.70
2023-09-11 58 58 0 70 81.00
2022-09-11 58 58 0 58 81.00
2021-09-11 53 53 0 58 83.00
2020-09-11 56 56 0 58 76.80

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