Palmerston School

URN: 104748 • Liverpool L17 6AU

Overview

Name
Palmerston School
URN
104748
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Buckley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01514282128
Website
Visit
Address
Minehead Road, Liverpool L17 6AU

Summary

Palmerston School is a community special school located in Aigburth, Liverpool, catering to 174 pupils aged 11-19. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment that fosters independence and communication skills. With a strong emphasis on building positive relationships among pupils, staff, and the wider community, Palmerston aims to help students achieve their personal goals.

The school operates a second site, Palmerston College, located in Woolton, which focuses on more independent learners. This expansion reflects the school’s commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its students and enhancing their educational experience. Palmerston School also offers a range of support services, including assistance with free school meals for eligible families.

With a significant percentage of pupils (55.8%) eligible for free school meals, Palmerston School is actively engaged in ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need to thrive. The school encourages parents to reach out for support and information, reinforcing its ethos of community collaboration and inclusivity.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
175
Pupils
174
Boys
116
Girls
58
FSM %
55.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 174 116 58 175 55.80
2024-09-11 168 115 53 169 63.40
2023-09-11 138 95 43 149 58.30
2022-09-11 138 95 43 136 58.30
2021-09-11 131 93 38 129 58.10
2020-09-11 120 85 35 129 51.20

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