Maghull High School

School has a dedicated SEND team including a SENCO and Assistant SENCO with named contacts

“SENCO: Mrs Heather Corrigan Assistant SENCO: Francine Rivers Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion: Mrs Helen Howe”

School states every teacher is a teacher of SEND, with high expectations for all learners

“we believe every teacher is a teacher of SEND, and we have high expectations for all learners”

School promotes positive mental health and emotional wellbeing for all students and holds the Wellbeing Award for Schools

“We are proud to hold the Wellbeing Award for Schools, recently revalidated with commendation for our excellent practice In supporting student wellbeing.”

Structured, confidential support offered through Phoenix Centre, school counsellors, and dedicated pastoral teams

“Through our Phoenix Centre, school counsellors, and dedicated pastoral teams, we offer structured, confidential support to help students manage challenges and thrive.”

Structured careers and personal development programme includes a full week of work experience in Year 12 and the option to study the Extended Project Qualification.

“All students follow structured careers and personal development programmes during their two years of study, with all students undertaking work experience for a full week during the summer term of Year 12. This provides a core element of each student’s wider enrichment programme to develop their character and skills development. Students also have the opportunity to study the Extended Project Qualification in year 12.”

Guest speaker programme brings in professionals to talk about career pathways, inspiring student choices

“We are particularly proud of the array of guest speakers that we invite in to talk to students about potential career pathways; many of our students have been inspired to follow a particular route or have gained work experience from our guest speaker programme.”

School describes itself as an inclusive, supportive community with the motto Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy

“we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community where every student is encouraged to Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy”

School emphasises high expectations for all learners and supporting students to thrive academically and personally

“We work hard to ensure all young people feel valued, supported, and able to thrive both academically and personally.”

Sixth form college offers a study programme combining A levels and applied general qualifications with over 600 planned hours, tailored to individual student needs and career paths.

“At Maghull High Sixth Form College our study programme combines qualifications with a range of other activities to meet the needs of each individual student. Our students study a wide range of A levels and applied general courses depending on their career path and prior attainment. All of our students have full time study programmes over 600 planned hours.”

The sixth form has its own dedicated pastoral team led by a Director of Sixth Form.

“Mr M Couttie – Director of Sixth Form”

Careers resources point students toward apprenticeships and non-university pathways alongside university progression

“offers you a whole new way to find your first Apprenticeships & Traineeships job, with the best employers and training providers.”