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Hillside High School

Bootle, United Kingdom
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About Hillside High School

Hillside High School is a secondary school committed to making the best choices for our pupils and putting them at the fore of everything that we do.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs A Ryan

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews
Safety & Security 4.4
Teaching Quality 3.8
Communication 3.3
Student Wellbeing 3.8
Facilities 3.9

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
43.6
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

35.1
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.47
Progress 8
Below average
25.6%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
44.6%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

44.6% entered EBacc
16.5% achieved EBacc
121 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 10

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Anonymous
Parent Dec 11, 2025
1.0

"mother of child at this school"

this school has provided no food for my child I expect my child to go school and eat and if there is no food left I expect teachers to at least provide something else for them to eat and not starve. I have teachers telling my child to take out piercings ( tiny studs )when they have a full face of piercings. They say it’s “school policy” and that they should take it out. My child told me teachers have rudely asked to take the piercings out but if they asked in a polite , understanding way why would we have this problem? Teachers are absolute hypocrites at this school and I believe everyone should be equal so if teachers have piercings in so will my child. MAKE MORE FOOD FOR CHILDREN SO THEY DONT STARVE!
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5
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Anonymous
Parent Dec 11, 2025
1.0

"do not come here"

school is so bad, it was christmas dinner day and there was NO food left for my children. why enroll more students when you cant feed them?
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 3/5
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Anonymous
Parent Sep 24, 2024
2.0

"Pupils are reckless and teachers do not take it seriously"

This is a pretty bad school. The teachers depends, some can be good and bad. Pupils are reckless and teachers do not take it seriously and do not take action until it gets very bad the most they can do is give out detention which do little to nothing and pupils carry on. Overall I do not recommend this school and that teachers should be more serious and stricter and start expelling people.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 3/5
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Emily B
Parent Sep 1, 2023
5.0

"Excellent Education for My Child - Emily B"

I am so impressed with the education my child is receiving at Hillside High School. The school's commitment to British values and diversity is evident in the wide range of programs they offer, including the Hillside Pantry Team. My child has also benefited from the excellent facilities and resources available, particularly in the sciences. I highly recommend Hillside High School to any parent seeking an excellent education for their child.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Anonymous
Parent Jul 12, 2023
2.0

"hell on earth💗"

the students are so rude to people who don’t act like them, or are shy. teachers and staff just let it happen. especially when situations take place right under their noses, it’s ridiculous. its always “anti-bullying” but really they make it sound like its more important to them than it ever really was.
Safety & Wellbeing 2/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
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David J
Parent May 15, 2023
5.0

"Good School with Some Areas for Improvement - David J"

Overall, I am pleased with the education my child is receiving at Hillside High School. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the school's commitment to student well-being is evident. However, I do feel that the school could improve its communication with parents. Sometimes it can be difficult to get information about upcoming events or important deadlines. Nevertheless, I would recommend Hillside High School to most parents.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Anonymous
Parent Apr 24, 2023
2.0

"How bad hillside really is"

This school is awful the staff don't do anything when kids are getting bullied
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5
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Laura W
Parent Dec 20, 2022
4.0

"Mixed Experience at Hillside High School - Laura W"

I have mixed feelings about my experience at Hillside High School. My child had a good time and achieved well in their GCSEs. However, I do feel that the school could have been more proactive in addressing bullying issues and supporting students with SEND needs. Additionally, I sometimes found it difficult to navigate the school's online system, including Class Charts. Despite these issues, I would still recommend Hillside High School to some parents, particularly those who value its commitment to British values.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
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Anonymous
Parent Apr 17, 2022
5.0

"Hillside"

This school is a great school for anyone to go the teachers are lovely and they are so helpful and kind.the food is not bad at all.you can make so many friends and grow up in a healthy environment so I think you should recommend coming her.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Anonymous
Parent Mar 19, 2021
3.0

"Hillside High School "

The school is okay. The lessons are normal but the activities at break and lunch there is nothing. The food is ok but only serves either takeaway or sandwiches and wraps. I still enjoy the school and enjoy coming the people and teachers are very friendly
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5

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