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Palmerston School Catchment Area

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

Palmerston School is a community special not applicable school in Liverpool , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 174 pupils, and a capacity of 175 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

174

Pupils

175

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Palmerston School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Palmerston School is set by Liverpool and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Liverpool 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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Palmerston School — School Information

Full address
Minehead Road, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 6AU
Local authority
Liverpool
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
55.8% of pupils
DfE URN
104748

Other Not applicable Schools in Liverpool

If Palmerston School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Liverpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Palmerston School

Is Palmerston School oversubscribed?

Palmerston School is operating close to its capacity of 175 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Palmerston School?

Admission to Palmerston School is managed by Liverpool. 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 Palmerston School cover?

Palmerston School is a not applicable school in Liverpool, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Palmerston School?

Palmerston School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.