Finch Woods Academy
URN: 141033 • Liverpool L26 0TY
Overview
- Name
- Finch Woods Academy
- URN
- 141033
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 19.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adrian Larkin (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01512713288
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bailey's Lane, Liverpool L26 0TY
Summary
Finch Woods Academy is a specialist academy located in Halewood, Liverpool, catering to pupils aged 11-16 with social, emotional, mental health, and behavioural difficulties. The school serves the Knowsley community and surrounding areas, with a significant proportion of its students coming from disadvantaged backgrounds. With a capacity of 92 and currently 82 enrolled pupils, Finch Woods Academy prioritises personalised care and support to help students overcome educational challenges and achieve their potential.
The academy offers a broad and enriching curriculum designed to equip students with essential qualifications, social skills, and self-confidence. Pupils are encouraged to engage in a range of academic and vocational learning opportunities, including GCSEs and functional skills, alongside careers education and work experience. The school also hosts various extracurricular activities and events, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.
Finch Woods Academy is committed to high-quality teaching and building positive relationships with students, particularly those who may have experienced difficulties in traditional educational settings. The school's ethos is centred on the belief that every child can succeed with the right support and encouragement.
The academy offers a broad and enriching curriculum designed to equip students with essential qualifications, social skills, and self-confidence. Pupils are encouraged to engage in a range of academic and vocational learning opportunities, including GCSEs and functional skills, alongside careers education and work experience. The school also hosts various extracurricular activities and events, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.
Finch Woods Academy is committed to high-quality teaching and building positive relationships with students, particularly those who may have experienced difficulties in traditional educational settings. The school's ethos is centred on the belief that every child can succeed with the right support and encouragement.
Useful links
- Local Advisory Board (governance)
- Attendance and Absence Reporting (sen)
- Essential Information (sen)
- SEND Support (sen)
- Intervention Offer (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Terms of Use (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies and Statements (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bank View High School (72.4)
- Millstead School (69.6)
- Rowan Park School (68.5)
- Knowsley Central School (68.3)
- Princes School (68.2)
Key details
- LA
- Knowsley
- Age range
- 9 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 92
- Pupils
- 82
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- 86.60
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 82 | 69 | 13 | 92 | 86.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 82 | 69 | 13 | 92 | 84.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 82 | 76 | 6 | 80 | 75.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 82 | 76 | 6 | 80 | 75.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 82 | 73 | 9 | 50 | 69.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 73 | 64 | 9 | 50 | 60.30 |
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