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Schools in L39

A postcode district in Lancashire

  • Postcode district
  • 26 schools and nurseries

In short: L39 is a postcode district in Lancashire with 12 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 11 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2612 primary · 5 secondary · 11 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in L39

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All L39 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in L39

12 in L39, best first

Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Ormskirk, L39 5AS · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

58 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1187%

England 62%

Days missed
2.9%
Pupils
203
Pupils per teacher
25.4
View school Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in L39

5 in L39, best first

St Bede's Catholic High School

Ormskirk, L39 4TA · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results well above the England average.

176 first choices, 133 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.0

England 46.2

Days missed
6.7%
Pupils
709
Pupils per teacher
17.6
View school St Bede's Catholic High School

Ormskirk School

Ormskirk, L39 2AT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results below the England average.

211 first choices, 248 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.3

England 46.2

Days missed
11.8%
Pupils
1,169
Pupils per teacher
16.9
View school Ormskirk School

Nurseries in L39

11 in L39, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in L39

2 in L39, by the school's Eduscope score

Ormskirk School

Ormskirk, L39 2AT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results below the England average.

211 first choices, 248 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.3

England 46.2

Days missed
11.8%
Pupils
1,169
Pupils per teacher
16.9
View school Ormskirk School

Pontville School

Ormskirk, L39 4TW · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
121
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pontville School

Special Schools in L39

1 in L39. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Pontville School

Ormskirk, L39 4TW · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
121
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pontville School

Private Schools in L39

2 in L39. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Pontville School

Ormskirk, L39 4TW · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
121
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pontville School

Turning Point Academy

L39 1px · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
72
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Turning Point Academy
The map

Every school in L39, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Moorgate Nursery School, GoodOrmskirk West End School, GoodAughton Town Green Primary School, GoodOrmskirk Asmall Primary School, GoodAughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, OutstandingOrmskirk Church of England Primary School, GoodBickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery, GoodAughton St Michael's Church of England Primary School, GoodDownholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, Requires improvement in 3 areasHalsall St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School, Good or betterOrmskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Bede's Catholic High School, Good in every areaPontville School, GoodThe Acorns School, GoodTurning Point Academy, GoodOrmskirk School, Good in every areaPavilion Preschool, Expected standard or betterMunchkins Childcare, GoodSpringfield Montessori Nursery, OutstandingAsmall Nursery, OutstandingAcorns At Ormskirk Church Of England Primary School, GoodPortico at West End, GoodPortico Kindergarten, GoodRuff Lane Day Nursery at Abbeyfield House, GoodThe Learning Tree Children's Nursery and Pre-School, GoodLearning Curves Nursery, Good
  • Outstanding3
  • Good18
  • Not graded yet5
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every L39 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

L39 has 26 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about L39

How many schools are in L39?

L39 has 26 schools, including 12 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 11 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in L39?

The highest-ranked schools in L39 on Eduscope are Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halsall St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School, St Bede's Catholic High School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in L39?

There are 2 independent schools in L39. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in L39 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in L39?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 26 schools in L39 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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