Turning Point Academy
URN: 146569 • L39 1PX
Overview
- Name
- Turning Point Academy
- URN
- 146569
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mike Marshall (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01695227690
- Website
- Visit Turning Point Academy website
- Address
-
Hants Lane,, L39 1PX
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Summary
Turning Point Academy is an independent special school located in Ormskirk, Lancashire, catering to children aged 7 to 16 with neuro-developmental special educational needs. With a current enrolment of 63 pupils and a capacity for 80, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
The academy emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the individual needs of each pupil. Staff members are experienced in supporting children with complex needs, fostering strong relationships and a positive culture that encourages learning. Turning Point Academy has received a 'good' rating from OFSTED, with outstanding grades for behaviour, attitudes, and personal development in its most recent inspection in March 2024.
The school serves a wide geographical area, welcoming students from Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Wirral, and Lancashire. Turning Point Academy is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and included in their educational journey.
The academy emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the individual needs of each pupil. Staff members are experienced in supporting children with complex needs, fostering strong relationships and a positive culture that encourages learning. Turning Point Academy has received a 'good' rating from OFSTED, with outstanding grades for behaviour, attitudes, and personal development in its most recent inspection in March 2024.
The school serves a wide geographical area, welcoming students from Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Wirral, and Lancashire. Turning Point Academy is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and included in their educational journey.
Useful links
- Click here for our School Prospectus (download)
- Click here to see our OFSTED Inspection Report from March 2024 (download)
- Primary Computing (download)
- Primary English (download)
- Primary Mathematics (download)
- Primary Science (download)
- Primary PE/Sport & Fitness (download)
- Qualifications & Accreditation (download)
- Click here for our School Prospectus (download)
- Subject Coverage (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Morecambe Road School (71.2)
- Tor View Specialist Learning Community (70.2)
- Chorley Astley Park School (69.2)
- McKee College House (69.1)
- Holly Grove School (68.0)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 63
- Boys
- 47
- Girls
- 16
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-01-22
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 63 | 47 | 16 | 80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 70 | 47 | 23 | 80 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 55 | 37 | 18 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 55 | 37 | 18 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 35 | 23 | 12 | 42 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 25 | 20 | 5 | 42 |
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