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LIPA School

Upper Duke Street, Liverpool, L1 7BT

Free schools · Ages 4–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Inadequate
Jun 2025

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

40% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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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%

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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

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23Not available46.4
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23Not available0.00
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

LIPA Sixth Form College
0.18 km away · Free schools 16 to 19
Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
0.56 km away · University technical college
Good
The Studio School Liverpool
0.56 km away · Studio schools
Good
The City of Liverpool College
0.6 km away · Further education
University of Liverpool Mathematics School
0.61 km away · Free schools 16 to 19

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About LIPA School

LIPA School is a secondary school in Liverpool, Liverpool. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 75 responses), 37% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 593 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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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.

  1. Jun 2025 — Inadequate
  2. Mar 2024 — Requires improvement
  3. Jul 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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 do parents say about LIPA School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 75 responses): 37% of parents would recommend LIPA School.
What are LIPA School's latest exam results?
LIPA School: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
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?
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