Foundations for LIFE School

A other independent special school school in Sefton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Foundations for LIFE School.

Liverpool, L304UE Age 8-16 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

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Alternative Provision schools

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Independent schools

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Contact Information

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Address
Essex House
Bridle Road
Liverpool, L304UE

Location

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School Information

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Source: GIAS
URN
151376
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Special
Address
Essex House, Bridle Road, Liverpool, L30 4UE
Age range
8-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Opened
14-02-2025
Capacity
32 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

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Ethos & Values

Kindness Respect Inclusion Active and healthy lifestyle Holistic education Well-being

Head Teacher's Message

Head Teacher Sandra Scott welcomes families to Foundations for LIFE School. The message outlines the school’s origins (founded by Alex Aresti), focus on trauma-informed practice and neurodiversity, and commitment to a calm, nurturing environment with innovative tech (VR, Lü Interactive Playground). It emphasizes supporting pupils academically, socially and emotionally and invites families to discuss their child’s needs.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Horse-riding Kwik Cricket / Cricket Yoga Photography Film Making Dance Golf Baking Crafting Fishing Board/card games Drawing cartoons Guitar Club VR Games Karaoke Boxing with pads Calligraphy Origami Club Jewellery-making Card-making Free play on LU - Interactive Playground Karaoke Boxing with pads VR Games

Sports

Football Kwik Cricket / Cricket Horse-riding Boxing with pads Golf Yoga

Facilities

VR headsets for pupils to enhance learning Lü Interactive Playground installed VR/Interactive learning environment Onsite large kitchen for Food Technology Horticulture/garden with gardening activities Enclosed outdoor garden area and outdoor playground Quiet spaces and smaller classrooms Defibrillator on site with staff First Aid training

Curriculum Highlights

Integrated therapeutic support to build resilience and personalise learning Whole-school focus on literacy and numeracy LU Interactive Playground and VR integrations to support curriculum Off-site learning opportunities including external courses (MODE Training) Small class sizes with teaching assistants supporting pupils Personalised timetables and bespoke curriculum options when needed

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Foundations for LIFE School is a mixed 8-16 independent specialist provision serving Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. It has a capacity for 32 pupils onsite from any local authority. All pupils will have SEMH and/or ADHD and/or ASC identified as a primary need and will have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) in place to be considered for a place. Referrals are made by the Local Authority to the Head Teacher; the Head Teacher and SENCo will work with LA and parents to assess fit and arrange visits if it is possible to meet the pupil’s needs.

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