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Forefield Junior School

Forefield Junior School

Sefton, L23 9TJPrimary School·Ages 7-11
Goodby Ofsted

101%

Capacity

362

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Forefield Junior School

Forefield Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 362 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 360 places).

Ofsted has rated Forefield Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Swift, it falls under Sefton local authority.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Forefield Junior School include Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Forefield Junior School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressForefield Lane, Liverpool, Sefton, L23 9TJ
HeadteacherPaul Swift
Local AuthoritySefton
Number of Pupils362
Free School Meals (FSM)16.3%
School Capacity362 / 360 (101% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

8 Jul 2021
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (8 Jul 2021): School remains Good

Declined
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
LibraryGymnasiumForest SchoolDining HallPlaying FieldsSports HallSensory RoomICT SuiteChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

TennisNetballSwimmingDance

Clubs & Activities

DramaBook ClubFilm ClubEco ClubChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Forefield Junior School

Forefield Junior School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01519243971www.forefieldjuniors.co.uk/

Forefield Lane, Liverpool

Sefton, L23 9TJ

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Forefield Lane, Liverpool

Sefton, L23 9TJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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