Carleton House Preparatory School
Liverpool, Merseyside, Liverpool, North West · L18 3EE
Carleton House Preparatory School is a small Roman Catholic independent school in Liverpool, taking boys and girls from ages three to eleven. With roughly 180 pupils, it offers an intimate setting where children are known well as they progress through the early years and into the upper primary stage. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent", and compliance requirements were met. Led by Mrs Sandra Coleman, it is a day school with no boarding provision.
180
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 180
- Location
- Liverpool, Merseyside, Liverpool, North West
- Website
- https://www.carletonhouse.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 0151 7220756
Headteacher
Head Mrs Sandra Coleman
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the school "excellent" both for the quality of pupils' achievements and for their personal development, a strong combination across both halves of its inspection framework. Around 5 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a relatively low level of additional need among the cohort. The compact size allows close attention to each child as they prepare for the move to senior school at eleven.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 5%
- EHC plans
- 0.56%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 16 January 2026
The last word
A small, faith-based prep with top ISI marks for both achievement and personal development - well suited to families seeking a close-knit Catholic primary education in Liverpool.
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Carleton House Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Carleton House Preparatory School located?
Carleton House Preparatory School is located at 145 Menlove Avenue, Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside, L18 3EE.
What type of school is Carleton House Preparatory School?
Carleton House Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Carleton House Preparatory School?
Carleton House Preparatory School has approximately 180 pupils on roll.
What is Carleton House Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Carleton House Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 16 January 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.