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Presfield High School and Specialist College

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Presfield High School and Specialist College

Preston New Road, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 8PA

Community special school
Pupils
131
Ages
11-19
FSM
33.3%
Attainment 8
16.0
Ofsted
Good
Mar 2013

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
16.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
8.5%
Basics 9-5
15.0%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.36
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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About Presfield High School and Specialist College

Presfield High School and Specialist College is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 16.0. The school has around 131 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Preston New Road, Southport, PR9 8PA | More schools in Sefton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Presfield High School and Specialist College, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Sept 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Mar 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Presfield High School and Specialist College

What is Presfield High School and Specialist College's Ofsted rating?
Presfield High School and Specialist College received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What are Presfield High School and Specialist College's latest exam results?
Presfield High School and Specialist College: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 16.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Presfield High School and Specialist College located?
Presfield High School and Specialist College is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton (PR9 8PA).
How many pupils attend Presfield High School and Specialist College?
Presfield High School and Specialist College has around 131 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Presfield High School and Specialist College with other schools?
View Presfield High School and Specialist College's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sefton.