Lathom High School : A Technology College
URN: 119774 • Skelmersdale WN8 6JN
Overview
- Name
- Lathom High School : A Technology College
- URN
- 119774
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- The Lathom Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Livesley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01695725653
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Glenburn Road, Skelmersdale WN8 6JN
Summary
Lathom High School, located in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 793 students, against a capacity of 869. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their best academically and socially. The ethos at Lathom emphasizes pride in individual identity and achievements, fostering aspirations and a sense of community among students.
The curriculum at Lathom High School is designed to offer a broad range of learning experiences that extend beyond traditional classroom settings. This approach aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success, while also promoting cultural awareness and social mobility. The school places a strong emphasis on balancing care and challenge, ensuring that students feel safe, valued, and happy during their educational journey.
Lathom High School also actively engages with parents and the local community, offering various support sessions and opportunities for involvement. The school is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to embrace the world around them, demonstrating tolerance and understanding in their interactions with others.
The curriculum at Lathom High School is designed to offer a broad range of learning experiences that extend beyond traditional classroom settings. This approach aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success, while also promoting cultural awareness and social mobility. The school places a strong emphasis on balancing care and challenge, ensuring that students feel safe, valued, and happy during their educational journey.
Lathom High School also actively engages with parents and the local community, offering various support sessions and opportunities for involvement. The school is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to embrace the world around them, demonstrating tolerance and understanding in their interactions with others.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Local Offer (sen)
- Attendance and Absence (sen)
- Calendar of Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Rated ‘GOOD in all areas’ by Ofsted June 2022 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Glenburn Sports College (45.2)
- St Richard's RC High School (37.5)
- St Thoma's the Apostle RC High School (37.5)
- Tawd Vale High School (37.5)
- West Bank High School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- The Lathom Trust
- Capacity
- 869
- Pupils
- 793
- Boys
- 407
- Girls
- 386
- FSM %
- 44.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 793 | 407 | 386 | 869 | 44.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 755 | 391 | 364 | 869 | 43.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 599 | 297 | 302 | 869 | 42.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 599 | 297 | 302 | 869 | 42.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 567 | 294 | 273 | 869 | 42.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 537 | 289 | 248 | 869 | 40.40 |
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