St Margaret's Church of England Academy
92%
Capacity
964
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Margaret's Church of England Academy
St Margaret's Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming boys from age 11 to 18. The school has 964 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 1,050 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Robinson, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.10 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 50.2. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, ranked 1774th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 30 in Liverpool.
St Margaret's Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 557 applications for 184 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margaret's Church of England Academy include Science Labs, Tennis Courts, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Theatre, Astro Turf, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Badminton, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Film Club, Art Club, Coding and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Liverpool, St Margaret's Church of England Academy 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 Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Boys |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Aigburth Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L17 6AB |
| Headteacher | Adam Robinson |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 964 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 964 / 1,050 (92% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.10)
1774th of 3,141
Nationally
200th of 445
In North West
9th of 30
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
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
34.2
'22/23
29.6
'23/24
32.2
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
14Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed184
557
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's Church of England Academy
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
Aigburth Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L17 6AB
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Opening Hours
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