Bellerive FCJ Catholic College

URN: 138183 • Liverpool L17 3AA

Overview

Name
Bellerive FCJ Catholic College
URN
138183
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BELLERIVE FCJ CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Forsey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01517272064
Website
Visit
Address
1 Aigburth Drive, Liverpool L17 3AA

Summary

Bellerive FCJ Catholic College is a secondary academy for girls located in Liverpool, with a current enrolment of 931 students, surpassing its capacity of 900. Founded in 1844 by Marie Madeleine D’Houet, the college is rooted in the values of the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) religious order, emphasizing moral purpose, self-worth, and respect for diverse cultures and faiths. The school’s motto, "Suaviter in Modo Fortiter in Re," reflects its commitment to fostering a community of personal and academic excellence.

The college aims to support students in their personal growth and academic achievement, preparing them for active participation in a modern global society. The headteacher, Mr. P Forsey, highlights the importance of a nurturing environment where high-quality teaching and behaviour expectations enable all students to reach their full potential. Bellerive also prioritises extracurricular, spiritual, and cultural experiences to enhance moral character and lifelong learning.

With a significant percentage of students (32.9%) eligible for free school meals, Bellerive is dedicated to breaking down barriers to success. The school values strong partnerships with parents and encourages their involvement in the educational journey of their children. For more information, visit their website at http://www.bellerivefcj.org/.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BELLERIVE FCJ CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Capacity
900
Pupils
931
Boys
0
Girls
931
FSM %
32.90
Open date
2012-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 931 0 931 900 32.90
2024-09-11 911 0 911 900 30.00
2023-09-11 865 1 864 900 25.50
2022-09-11 865 1 864 900 25.50
2021-09-11 879 1 878 900 23.60
2020-09-11 867 1 866 900 24.00

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