Limited Year 7 Places Available for September 2026

If you and your child are feeling uncertain about their secondary school allocation, you are welcome to explore whether Deyes High School could be the right environment for them.

Deyes High School has released 30 places for intake in September 2026. We welcome enquiries from families across Maghull, Aintree and surrounding Sefton communities.

If you are interested in one of these places (regardless of catchment area), please email Rachel Turner at Lydiate Learning Trust contact@lydiatelearningtrust.co.uk

This may be suitable if you are considering options for your child and want:

  • A supportive transition to secondary school
  • A positive learning environment
  • Opportunities to build confidence and friendships
  • A school community focused on student wellbeing

Year 7 Students Answer Your Questions — What Happens in Secondary School?

Year 7 students share answers to common questions Year 6 pupils may have about starting secondary school.
At Deyes High School, we focus on helping students feel confident, supported and ready to learn from their first day.

Why consider Deyes High School?

At Deyes High School, students are supported to settle quickly into secondary education while developing confidence and independence in learning.

Students speak positively about their experiences. As highlighted in inspection findings:

  • Pupils enjoy attending school and are proud of their environment.

  • Students report positive and respectful relationships with staff.

  • Behaviour around school is typically calm and sensible.

Transition into secondary school is supported through a welcoming and supportive community.

Student Experience and Personal Development

Life at Deyes High School includes opportunities to develop interests beyond the classroom.

Students are encouraged to take part in clubs, activities and enrichment experiences that help build confidence, friendships and personal skills.

Student Florence said: “I know many Year 6 students feel excited, nervous and maybe a little overwhelmed — I felt the same when I joined. But very quickly I discovered that Deyes is a place full of kind and supportive people.”

Ryan added: “When I first arrived at Deyes High School, I was shy and unsure, but the support from teachers and friends helped me grow in confidence.”

Watch our Student Q and A video here to learn more about our school.

Enquire About Year 7 Places

Contact: contact@lydiatelearningtrust.co.uk

Year 7 places are limited. Early application is recommended as this opportunity may close soon.