Childwall Abbey School

URN: 134658 • Liverpool L16 5EY

Overview

Name
Childwall Abbey School
URN
134658
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Piercy (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01517221995
Website
Visit
Address
Childwall Abbey Road, Liverpool L16 5EY

Summary

Childwall Abbey School is a community special school located in Liverpool, catering to a mixed-gender population of 217 pupils, significantly exceeding its capacity of 130. The school is dedicated to providing tailored educational support for students with special educational needs, ensuring an inclusive environment that promotes individual growth and development.

The curriculum at Childwall Abbey School encompasses a range of subjects, including Design Technology and Food Technology, designed to engage students and foster practical skills. The school places a strong emphasis on British values and its own core values, aiming to instill a sense of community and responsibility among students.

With a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (59.50%), Childwall Abbey School is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its student body. The school actively works to create a supportive atmosphere, encouraging collaboration between staff, students, and families to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for all learners. For more information, visit their website at childwallabbeyschool.net.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
130
Pupils
217
Boys
139
Girls
78
FSM %
59.50
Open date
2004-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 139 78 130 59.50
2024-09-11 213 142 71 130 56.40
2023-09-11 162 101 61 130 53.80
2022-09-11 162 101 61 130 53.80
2021-09-11 160 101 59 138 53.10
2020-09-11 159 99 60 138 52.70

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