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Lord Derby Academy
Seel Road, Huyton, L36 6DG
Academy sponsor led for ages 11–16 in Huyton. Mixed intake.
Lord Derby Academy is a large non-selective sponsor-led secondary academy in Liverpool, within Knowsley, teaching boys and girls aged 11 to 16. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023; GCSE Attainment 8 was 39.9, with 27.5% achieving grade 5 or above in English and maths.
The school describes a traditional approach to education, an ethos of care and aspiration, and a progressive learning environment in a caring community. It says it is part of The Dean Trust, whose motto is Believe, Achieve, Succeed, and highlights enrichment, a house system and pupil parliament.
Ages 11–16 · Secondary
1,078 pupils · On roll
Academy sponsor led · Mixed