Lord Derby Academy
URN: 140412 • Liverpool L36 6DG
Overview
- Name
- Lord Derby Academy
- URN
- 140412
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE DEAN TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Victoria Gowan (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01514778860
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Seel Road, Liverpool L36 6DG
Summary
Lord Derby Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Liverpool, part of The Dean Trust, which emphasizes a traditional approach to education and high aspirations for all students. With a capacity for 1,100 pupils aged 11-16, the academy fosters an inclusive environment supported by robust pastoral systems. The ethos of the school is built on care and aspiration, aiming to develop students into responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Lord Derby Academy is designed to cater to the diverse abilities and interests of its pupils, offering a three-year Key Stage 3 and a two-year Key Stage 4. Students have access to a wide range of subjects, including the full suite of English Baccalaureate subjects, ensuring they are well-prepared for further education and future employment. The teaching practices are grounded in established pedagogical principles, promoting effective learning experiences.
In addition to academic pursuits, the academy provides various enrichment opportunities, including a House System and Pupil Parliament, which encourage student leadership and community involvement. The school operates from Monday to Friday, with opening hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, and prioritizes a supportive and engaging learning environment for all its students.
The curriculum at Lord Derby Academy is designed to cater to the diverse abilities and interests of its pupils, offering a three-year Key Stage 3 and a two-year Key Stage 4. Students have access to a wide range of subjects, including the full suite of English Baccalaureate subjects, ensuring they are well-prepared for further education and future employment. The teaching practices are grounded in established pedagogical principles, promoting effective learning experiences.
In addition to academic pursuits, the academy provides various enrichment opportunities, including a House System and Pupil Parliament, which encourage student leadership and community involvement. The school operates from Monday to Friday, with opening hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, and prioritizes a supportive and engaging learning environment for all its students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Trustee’ Information & Duties (governance)
- Executive Pay (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- All Events (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- View Prospectus (download)
- 26th September 2025 (download)
- 3rd October 2025 (download)
- 10th October 2025 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Archbishop Blanch CofE High School (75.4)
- The Belvedere Academy (75.2)
- Formby High School (70.2)
- St Edward's College (70.2)
- Calderstones School (69.4)
Key details
- LA
- Knowsley
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DEAN TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 1078
- Boys
- 515
- Girls
- 563
- FSM %
- 53.60
- Open date
- 2014-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1078 | 515 | 563 | 1100 | 53.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1086 | 538 | 548 | 1100 | 51.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1090 | 550 | 540 | 1100 | 48.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1090 | 550 | 540 | 1100 | 48.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1110 | 559 | 551 | 1100 | 43.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1102 | 562 | 540 | 1100 | 42.00 |
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