All-throughData as of May 2026

Maharishi Free School

Cobbs Brow Lane, Lathom, Ormskirk, L40 6JJ

A Good-rated all-through school in Ormskirk where 50% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

224

Ages

4-16

FSM

15.7%

Attainment 8

54.0

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

60.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

65.0%

RWM Combined

50.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

54.0

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

25.0%

Basics 9-5

55.0%

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 from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

90.0%

EBacc APS

5.34

EBacc 9-5

40.0%

EBacc 9-4

60.0%

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Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

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Location & Area

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About Maharishi Free School

Maharishi Free School is a secondary school in Ormskirk, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 80 responses), 64% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 54.0. The school has around 224 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cobbs Brow Lane, Ormskirk, L40 6JJ | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Maharishi Free School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2025 — Good
Oct 2023 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Nov 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Maharishi Free School

What is Maharishi Free School's Ofsted rating?

Maharishi Free School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Maharishi Free School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 80 responses): 64% of parents would recommend Maharishi Free School.

What are Maharishi Free School's latest exam results?

Maharishi Free School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 54.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Maharishi Free School located?

Maharishi Free School is a secondary school in Ormskirk, Lancashire (L40 6JJ).

How many pupils attend Maharishi Free School?

Maharishi Free School has around 224 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Maharishi Free School with other schools?

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