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Lord Derby Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Lord Derby Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Liverpool, Knowsley , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1078 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,078

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Lord Derby Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lord Derby Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Knowsley. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Knowsley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Lord Derby Academy — School Information

Full address
Seel Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 6DG
Local authority
Knowsley
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
53.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140412

Other Secondary Schools in Liverpool

If Lord Derby Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Liverpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lord Derby Academy

Is Lord Derby Academy oversubscribed?

Lord Derby Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1100 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lord Derby Academy?

Admission to Lord Derby Academy is managed by Knowsley. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Lord Derby Academy cover?

Lord Derby Academy is a secondary school in Liverpool, Knowsley, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lord Derby Academy?

Lord Derby Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.