SecondaryData as of May 2026

Lord Derby Academy

Seel Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 6DG

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

1,078

Ages

11-16

FSM

53.6%

Attainment 8

39.6

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

39.6

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

9.9%

Basics 9-5

27.5%

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

73.0%

EBacc APS

3.67

EBacc 9-5

13.7%

EBacc 9-4

25.5%

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About Lord Derby Academy

Lord Derby Academy is a secondary school in Liverpool, Knowsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.6. The school has around 1,078 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Seel Road, Liverpool, L36 6DG | More schools in Knowsley

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lord Derby Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2023 — Good
Apr 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Lord Derby Academy

What is Lord Derby Academy's Ofsted rating?

Lord Derby Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Lord Derby Academy's latest exam results?

Lord Derby Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Lord Derby Academy located?

Lord Derby Academy is a secondary school in Liverpool, Knowsley (L36 6DG).

How many pupils attend Lord Derby Academy?

Lord Derby Academy has around 1,078 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Lord Derby Academy with other schools?

View Lord Derby Academy'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 Knowsley.