Term Dates 2026 to 2027
| Autumn term 2026 | Spring term 2027 | Summer term 2027 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff training days (INSET) | 1 to 2 September 2026 | 5 January and 24 March 2027 | 19 to 20 July 2027 |
| Term starts for pupils | 3 September 2026 | 6 January 2027 | 5 April 2027 |
| Half term | 26 to 30 October 2026 | 15 to 19 February 2027 | 24 May to 4 June 2027 |
| Term ends | 18 December 2026, 1:30pm | 23 March 2027, 1:30pm | 16 July 2027, 1:30pm |
Staff training days (INSET), school closed to pupils: 1 and 2 September 2026, 5 January 2027, 24 March 2027, and 19 and 20 July 2027. On the last day of each term, school closes to pupils at 1:30pm.
School Vaccinations
Vaccinations are offered in school by the NHS immunisation team. The pack below explains which vaccinations are offered in Years 8 and 9, the reasons for them, and how consent works.
Useful Links and Support
ADHD, autism and mental health
Wider disability support
Family and carer support
Days out and access
- CEA Card, cinema access
- Merlin’s Magic Wand, days out applications for Merlin attractions
- Splash World Southport, quiet sensory sessions
- Plaza Cinema, autism-friendly screenings
Key Information for Parents
Our office is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, on 0151 394 3333 or hello@foundationsforlife.co.uk. A school van service is available for many families, and we’re a short walk from Aintree train station.
If you ever have a concern, large or small, please contact us directly. Our safeguarding and complaints procedures are set out in full on our Policies and Documents page, along with our other school policies and useful information for families.