Educ8 Southport
Educ8 Southport is an independent special school in Southport for pupils aged 13 to 16. It has 12 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Educ8 Southport is Urgent improvement, from an inspection in May 2026.
Ofsted inspection: May 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 13-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 197a Sussex Road Southport Merseyside PR8 6DG |
| Reference Number | 151208 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 12 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Educ8 Southport is a special school that caters for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school is undergoing an early stage of transformation, having recently appointed a new leadership team. Although safeguarding standards are met, there are significant concerns regarding the quality of education, with pupils underachieving and experiencing substantial gaps in their knowledge, particularly in English and mathematics. Despite these challenges, the school has shown some strengths in pastoral support, helping pupils feel safe and listened to.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Urgent improvement |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Needs attention |
| > Achievement | Urgent improvement |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Needs attention |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Urgent improvement |
| > Inclusion | Needs attention |
| Last Report Date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Mar 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 24 Oct 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong pastoral support for pupils, helping them feel safe and heard.
- Pupils display respect and tolerance towards each other.
- Staff receive support related to workload and wellbeing.
Areas for Improvement
- Pupils significantly underachieve, particularly in basic English and mathematics.
- Inconsistent behavior management leads to disturbances in lessons.
- Lack of a systematic approach to identifying and meeting pupils' needs.
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What is Educ8 Southport's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Educ8 Southport is Urgent improvement, from an inspection in May 2026.
When was Educ8 Southport last inspected by Ofsted?
Educ8 Southport was last inspected in May 2026.
How many pupils does Educ8 Southport have?
Educ8 Southport has 12 pupils on roll.
What age range does Educ8 Southport cover?
Educ8 Southport for pupils aged 13 to 16.
Where is Educ8 Southport?
Educ8 Southport is at 197a Sussex Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6DG.