The Prescot School
URN: 142798 • Liverpool L34 3NB
Overview
- Name
- The Prescot School
- URN
- 142798
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE HEATH FAMILY (NORTH WEST)
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Reynolds (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01514778680
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knowsley Park Lane, Liverpool L34 3NB
Summary
The Prescot School is a mixed secondary academy located in Liverpool, Knowsley, with a current enrolment of 915 students and a capacity of 1,050. With over 450 years of educational history, the school is committed to inclusivity and aims to ensure that all students achieve their academic potential while developing holistically. The school is part of The Heath Family (North West) Multi Academy Trust, which provides additional support and resources to enhance student learning.
The curriculum at The Prescot School is broad and balanced, designed to be knowledge-rich and culturally diverse, equipping students with the foundations necessary for future careers. The school prides itself on high expectations and excellence in teaching, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to perform optimally.
The Principal, Mr. Matt Reynolds, emphasizes the importance of community collaboration and is dedicated to providing the best educational experience for students. The school features state-of-the-art facilities, supporting both academic and recreational activities, and is focused on preparing students for successful futures.
The curriculum at The Prescot School is broad and balanced, designed to be knowledge-rich and culturally diverse, equipping students with the foundations necessary for future careers. The school prides itself on high expectations and excellence in teaching, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to perform optimally.
The Principal, Mr. Matt Reynolds, emphasizes the importance of community collaboration and is dedicated to providing the best educational experience for students. The school features state-of-the-art facilities, supporting both academic and recreational activities, and is focused on preparing students for successful futures.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- Meet the Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- View Full Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Video: Summer Roundup 2025Take a look at the highlights from this term - our students have been busy! Here’s a glim...July 17 (other)
- Admissions Find Out More (other)
- Student Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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 HEATH FAMILY (NORTH WEST)
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 915
- Boys
- 476
- Girls
- 439
- FSM %
- 52.00
- Open date
- 2016-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 915 | 476 | 439 | 1050 | 52.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 890 | 471 | 419 | 1050 | 49.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 855 | 446 | 409 | 1050 | 48.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 855 | 446 | 409 | 1050 | 48.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 844 | 438 | 406 | 1050 | 47.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 798 | 425 | 373 | 1050 | 42.70 |
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