The Blue Coat School

The Blue Coat School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge The Blue Coat School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged The Blue Coat School's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in November 2022, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend The Blue Coat School?

The Blue Coat School has 1,232 pupils on roll.

What ages does The Blue Coat School take?

The Blue Coat School admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

Where is The Blue Coat School located?

The Blue Coat School is located in Liverpool, L15 9EE, Liverpool.

How do I apply to The Blue Coat School?

The Blue Coat School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

What is the largest ethnic background at The Blue Coat School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 27.8% of pupils at The Blue Coat School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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