Deyes High School
95%
Capacity
1,355
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Deyes High School
Deyes High School is a large mixed secondary in Sefton, currently educating 1,355 pupils against a capacity of 1,426, meaning it is very close to full. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 15.3%, which is above the national average for secondary schools and suggests a significant level of disadvantage in the intake. Demand for places is extremely high: for the 2025/26 academic year, the school received 530 applications for just 225 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.36. Of those, 199 were first-preference applications, and 188 first-preference offers were made, indicating that while many families want a place, not all can get one. The school is non-selective, with no religious character, and is led by headteacher Victoria Beaney. This level of oversubscription, combined with a high FSM percentage, paints a picture of a school that is a popular local choice despite serving a community with above-average economic challenges.
Academically, the school’s most recent data from the 2023/24 academic year shows a Progress 8 score of -0.63, which is well below average nationally and ranks it 9th out of 14 schools in Sefton. This score is slightly below the local authority average of -0.59, placing it in the bottom half of the LA. The Attainment 8 score is 45.7, and just 44.6% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths. At A-level, the picture is mixed: the school’s value-added score is -0.37, classed as below average, with an average point score per entry of 29.15 (a grade C). However, 13.2% of A-level entries were graded AAB or higher. The most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2024 rated the school as Requires Improvement overall, though behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and sixth-form provision were all judged Good. The quality of education and leadership and management were both rated as Requires Improvement, a downgrade from the previous Good rating in 2019.
The school offers a wide range of facilities, including a swimming pool, theatre, sixth-form centre, and multiple sports pitches, with clubs spanning from coding and debate to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. SEND provision is extensive, covering 11 categories including autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities. However, parent views are notably divided: only 50% of respondents would recommend the school, and just 23% agreed that SEND children receive the support they need, with 73% disagreeing or strongly disagreeing. The school is heavily oversubscribed, so families considering it should be prepared for a competitive admissions process. It may suit families who value a broad range of extracurricular activities and a large, diverse school community, but those with children with SEND or high academic expectations may want to investigate further given the mixed outcomes and parent feedback.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Deyes Lane, Liverpool, Sefton, L31 6DE |
| Headteacher | Victoria Beaney |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 1,355 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 1,355 / 1,426 (95% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.63)
2765th of 3,141
Nationally
366th of 445
In North West
9th of 14
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
35.3
'22/23
32.1
'23/24
29.1
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2344%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 231 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)44%
- FE college35%
- Apprenticeship7%
- Sixth form college6%
- Employment3%
- Not sustained3%
95% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2348%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 103 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
13%
Russell Group
17%
Top-third HE
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)48%
- Employment28%
- Apprenticeship17%
- Further education2%
- Not sustained2%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- Mathematics20
- Chemistry17
- History16
- Physics13
- Religious Studies13
- Biology12
- English Literature11
- Sociology11
- Psychology9
- Geography8
- Art and Design (Fine Art)6
- Physical Education / Sports Studies5
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
Ofsted Parent View
163 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed225
530
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
199 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
School day
Teaching hours
08:45 – 15:00
Source: deyeshigh.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British93.0%
- Mixed3.5%
- White (other)1.8%
- Asian0.7%
- Black0.1%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
12
Total schools
12
Oversubscribed
9
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Was this page helpful?
Frequently Asked Questions About Deyes High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Deyes Lane, Liverpool
Sefton, L31 6DE
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Reviews on Other Platforms
External reviews are provided by third-party platforms and are not verified by Classpot.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at Deyes High School!
Write a Review