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Welcome to Royal School for the Blind (Liverpool)

WelcomeWe are a school community that truly believes in the holistic experience for our pupils.With a ‘team around the child’ approach, our multi-professional team is committed to supporting each and every pupil to develop their independence, fulfil their potential, and grow in their knowledge and understanding of the world around them. Pupils are given every opportunity to develop in their confidence and skills, in their own time and at their own individual pace.We are an independent residential special school which supports children and young people from 2-19 years. Our educational, care and therapeutic teams are here to answer your questions and support your child on their educational journey into adulthood.Vicki DwyerHead of School

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

2 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

85 Total

No. of Boys

48 (56.5%)

No. of Girls

37 (43.5%)



Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

N/A

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

N/A

School

3%

England

Further education

School:N/A
England:51%

School sixth form

School:N/A
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:N/A
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:N/A
England:2%

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

0 terms

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Break

Mar 30 - Apr 10

Autumn Half Term

Oct 26 - Oct 30

Christmas Break

Dec 21 - Jan 1


Alumni Stories

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Enrichment Activities

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Our Post 16 provision provides an opportunity for Young People to continue to complete or further develop their independence skills on a range of courses

Independent Living Skills and Enterprise
Emphasis is made on independent living skills and enterprise. Young People are engaged in a range of experiences to extend their knowledge of outside the school environment, considering the world of work and leisure activities. Where appropriate, pupils attend external activity programmes and sessions to develop their social skills and enhance their learning.

About School

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed