Liverpool College

URN: 139686 • Liverpool L18 8BG

Overview

Name
Liverpool College
URN
139686
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LIVERPOOL COLLEGE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Haynes (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01517244000
Website
Visit
Address
Queen's Drive, Liverpool L18 8BG

Summary

Liverpool College is a mixed all-through academy located in South Liverpool, educating approximately 1,700 pupils aged 4 to 19. Established in 1840 and transitioning to academy status in 2013, the school aims to provide a transformational education that empowers students to achieve their aspirations while serving their community. The college's motto, "Not only the intellect but also character," reflects its commitment to holistic education, focusing on both academic excellence and personal development.

The curriculum at Liverpool College is structured around the unique LCA+ framework, which integrates seven academic strands with personal and social development. This approach ensures that students are engaged in a rigorous and challenging educational experience, supported by strong relationships with mentors and deans who cater to individual needs. The college emphasizes the development of key traits—Purpose, Passion, and Challenge—while fostering a sense of belonging through its House system.

Beyond academics, Liverpool College offers a wide range of extracurricular activities in sports, arts, and leadership, encouraging students to grow as well-rounded individuals. The school prioritises high expectations and parental involvement, contributing to consistently strong academic outcomes for its pupils.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LIVERPOOL COLLEGE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL TRUST
Capacity
1100
Pupils
1653
Boys
929
Girls
724
FSM %
16.10
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1653 929 724 1100 16.10
2024-09-11 1646 906 740 1100 14.80
2023-09-11 1566 833 733 1100 12.80
2022-09-11 1566 833 733 1100 12.80
2021-09-11 1531 811 720 1100 10.70
2020-09-11 1489 791 698 1100 7.70

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