Pontville School
Pontville School is an independent special school in Ormskirk for pupils aged 5 to 19. It has 121 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Pontville School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 19.9, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Black Moss Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4TW |
| Phone | 01695578734 |
| Reference Number | 133540 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 121 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 73.55%
Girls: 26.45% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Pontville School is performing well overall, with a strong emphasis on personal development and effective leadership. Pupils thrive in a supportive environment where their communication skills are prioritized, allowing them to articulate their thoughts confidently. The school has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, successfully meeting all independent school standards and addressing past concerns around safety and emotional well-being. Notably, the sixth form provision is exceptional, providing tailored support that prepares students for further education and the world of work.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 May 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Dec 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 20 Jun 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Mar 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Sep 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 05 Jul 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2009 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Jun 2006 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils flourish due to a calm and supportive environment.
- The school has a strong focus on developing students' communication skills.
- Personal development provision is impressive, especially for sixth formers.
- Leadership demonstrates strong capacity to uphold high standards.
- A wide variety of enriching experiences enhance pupils' learning.
- The school has effectively improved previous standards related to safeguarding and behavior.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not receive adequate support to become fluent readers, affecting their access to the curriculum.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 19.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 13% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 13% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Pontville School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Pontville School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Pontville School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025.
When was Pontville School last inspected by Ofsted?
Pontville School was last inspected in June 2025.
How many pupils does Pontville School have?
Pontville School has 121 pupils on roll.
What age range does Pontville School cover?
Pontville School for pupils aged 5 to 19.
What are Pontville School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 19.9, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Pontville School?
Pontville School is at Black Moss Lane, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4TW.