Meadow Park School, Knowsley

In its own words: "We are a pupil referral unit situated in the borough of Knowsley on Merseyside. We provide a quality educational experience for students who have or are experiencing difficulties in a mainstream setting due to medical, social, emotional or behavioural needs."

Of the 24 pupils who finished Year 11 in 2023/24, 29% stayed in education or training for at least two terms, including 25% to a further education college and 8% into work.

82.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 0% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (94%) and Mixed (5%).

In 2026, 61 pupils (77.2%) received SEN support and 18 (22.8%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

The nearest railway station is Roby Rail Station, about 1.9 miles away in a straight line.

5 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Juniper Close (opposite), 120 metres away.

Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Meadow Park School stands in is among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.

In August 2026, police recorded 146 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Knowsley (221).