The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 79% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 10.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
10.3
33.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 7–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 63
- Capacity
- 79%
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mr Mike Marshall
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Hants Lane,, West Lancashire,, L39 1PX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMoorgate Nursery School
Nursery · 560m away
Ormskirk Church of England Primary School
Primary · 643m away
Ormskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 692m away
Ormskirk Asmall Primary School
Primary · 857m away
The Acorns School
Pupil referral unit · 873m away
Ormskirk West End School
Primary · 876m away
St Bede's Catholic High School
Secondary · 945m away
Pontville School
Special school · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is Turning Point Academy's Ofsted rating?
Turning Point Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Turning Point Academy?
Turning Point Academy currently has 63 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Turning Point Academy take?
Turning Point Academy caters for pupils aged 7 to 16.
Where is Turning Point Academy?
Turning Point Academy is in L39 1PX, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Turning Point Academy have a sixth form?
No, Turning Point Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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