Pontville School
Ormskirk, Lancashire, North West · L39 4TW
Pontville School is a small independent school in Ormskirk, Lancashire, with around 154 pupils and the option of boarding. Led by Head Mrs Hayley Dorian, it offers a non-religious, mixed setting and admits pupils from age 11, including at the 11+ stage. With a roll well below that of most secondary schools, classes are likely to be intimate, and the academic profile points strongly towards a specialist intake rather than mainstream cohorts. Families considering Pontville should look closely at how its provision matches their child's particular needs.
154
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 154
- Location
- Ormskirk, Lancashire, North West
- Website
- www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/pontville-school
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Hayley Dorian
Latest results
Attainment 8
12.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The headline academic figures sit far below national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 12.9 against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. Such results are characteristic of a school working with pupils whose progress is measured differently from a typical academic cohort, and these numbers are best understood in that light rather than as a straight comparison. GCSEs are offered, and prospective parents would do well to discuss individual learning goals and support directly with the school.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
The last word
A small, mixed independent with boarding in Ormskirk, Pontville is best judged by visiting in person and exploring how its specialist approach fits a particular child.
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Pontville School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Pontville School located?
Pontville School is located at Black Moss Lane, Ormskirk, L39 4TW.
What type of school is Pontville School?
Pontville School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Pontville School?
Pontville School has approximately 154 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.