Turning Point Academy
· L39 1PX
Turning Point Academy is a small, independent day school in the Merseyside area (postcode L39) offering entry from age 7 through to sixth form. With just 70 pupils across the entire school, it operates as an intimate community with a focus on personalised education. The school has not yet received an Ofsted inspection, suggesting it is either newly established or recently registered with the independent schools regulator.
- →Small class sizes and individualised attention in a tight-knit community
- →Flexible entry points and mixed-age teaching environment
- →Day-only model suited to families seeking non-boarding independent education in Merseyside
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in small-group settings and benefit from close pastoral relationships; families seeking a non-selective, inclusive independent alternative in the North West.
Strengths at a glance
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Contact & visit
Hants Lane,, Ormskirk, West Lancashire,
L39 1PX
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Turning Point Academy?
Day fees at Turning Point Academy are approximately £22,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Turning Point Academy?
Turning Point Academy admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Turning Point Academy's exam results?
At Turning Point Academy, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Turning Point Academy a boarding school?
Turning Point Academy is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is Turning Point Academy's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Turning Point Academy “Good” (2024). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.
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What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Highly personalised attention and pastoral care in small setting
✓Accessible independent education without boarding requirement
Common concerns
!No Ofsted track record; limited external validation of educational quality
!Very small pupil numbers may limit breadth of peer groups and extracurricular breadth