All-throughData as of May 2026

LIPA School

Upper Duke Street, Liverpool, L1 7BT

Free schools

Pupils

593

Ages

4-16

FSM

32.7%

Capacity

572

Ofsted

Inadequate

Jun 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

62.0%

Writing

56.0%

Maths

51.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

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 (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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What parents say and who teaches here

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About LIPA School

LIPA School is a secondary school in Liverpool, Liverpool. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 593 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Upper Duke Street, Liverpool, L1 7BT | More schools in Liverpool

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2025 — Inadequate
Mar 2024 — Requires improvement
Jul 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about LIPA School

What is LIPA School's Ofsted rating?

LIPA School received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are LIPA School's latest exam results?

LIPA School: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is LIPA School located?

LIPA School is a secondary school in Liverpool, Liverpool (L1 7BT).

How many pupils attend LIPA School?

LIPA School has around 593 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare LIPA School with other schools?

View LIPA School'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 Liverpool.