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Merefield School

Westminster Drive, Southport, PR8 2QZ

Academy special converter · Ages 3–19 · Mixed

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2019

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Birkdale High School

2.27 km away · Academy converter

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Greenbank High School

3.08 km away · Academy converter

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Formby High School

4.3 km away · Academy converter

Good

Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

4.43 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Range High School

6.28 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About Merefield School

Merefield School is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Westminster Drive, Southport, PR8 2QZ | More schools in Sefton

Ofsted inspection history

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Feb 2025 — Standards maintained (predecessor: Merefield School)
Jun 2019 — Outstanding (predecessor: Merefield School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Merefield School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

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Merefield School is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton (PR8 2QZ).

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