Best 3 Not applicable schools in Sefton – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit (Not applicable) in Liverpool; Merefield School (Not applicable) in Southport; Rowan Park School (Not applicable) in Liverpool — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit, Merefield School and Rowan Park School. They are not applicable phase and pupil referral unit, community special school and academy special converter type located around Liverpool, Merseyside and Southport, Merseyside. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit), published Jun 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit (Jun 2023). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 450, typical FSM 60–65%, range 50–55%–70–75%; all within the MERSEY VIEW LEARNING TRUST trust.

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Attribute	Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit L23 1TY	Merefield School PR8 2QZ	Rowan Park School L21 0DB
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Pupil referral unit	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Liverpool Merseyside L23 1TY	Southport Merseyside PR8 2QZ	Liverpool Merseyside L21 0DB
Latest Ofsted	1 18 Jun 2023	1 27 Jun 2019	1 2 Jul 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	27	107	320
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Sefton (343)	Sefton (343)	MERSEY VIEW LEARNING TRUST
Website	www.jigsawpru.co.uk	www.merefieldschool.co.uk	www.rowanparkschool.com
Telephone	01519342485	01704577163	01512224894
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit

L23 1TY

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location: Liverpool
Merseyside
L23 1TY
Ofsted: 1 18 Jun 2023
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Sefton (343)
Website: www.jigsawpru.co.uk
Telephone: 01519342485

Merefield School

PR8 2QZ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Southport
Merseyside
PR8 2QZ
Ofsted: 1 27 Jun 2019
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Sefton (343)
Website: www.merefieldschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01704577163

Rowan Park School

L21 0DB

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Liverpool
Merseyside
L21 0DB
Ofsted: 1 2 Jul 2014
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: MERSEY VIEW LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.rowanparkschool.com
Telephone: 01512224894

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.