Key Takeaways
- The University of Liverpool Maths School has been named state sixth form of the year in a prestigious national list
- Three secondary schools in the region, including Formby High School, The Blue Coat School, and the Belvedere Academy, have been named as some of the best in the north west
- The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026 has revealed the UK’s highest-achieving schools, with The Blue Coat School in Wavertree ranked fourth in the north west for best state secondary schools
- The guide includes a fully searchable national database of more than 2,000 schools, allowing parents to compare the performance of different schools
Introduction to the Awards
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026 has been released, revealing the UK’s highest-achieving schools. The guide is widely acknowledged as the most authoritative survey of the country’s top schools and provides a definitive ranking of the nation’s top primary and secondary state and independent schools. In Merseyside, there is good news for the University of Liverpool Maths School, which has been named state sixth form of the year in the national awards. This is a significant achievement for the school, which only opened in 2020. The award is a testament to the school’s dedication to providing high-quality education and its commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.
Regional Schools Ranked
Several schools in the region have also featured in the Parent Power League list of the top educational establishments in the north west. The Blue Coat School in Wavertree is ranked fourth in the north west for best state secondary schools and ranked 43rd across the whole country. Formby High School is ranked at number 9 and the Belvedere Academy in south Liverpool comes in at number 10 in a separate list ranking the top comprehensive secondary schools across the north west. These rankings are based on exam results and demonstrate the high level of academic achievement in these schools. The rankings also provide a useful tool for parents who are looking for the best schools in the region for their children.
The Parent Power Guide
The Parent Power Guide includes a fully searchable national database of more than 2,000 schools, allowing parents to compare the performance of different schools. The guide provides an assessment of academic results on a school-by-school basis, enabling parents to compare the performance of a given school with other schools in the same area, local authority, or nationally. This makes it easier for parents to make informed decisions about their children’s education and to find the best school for their needs. The guide also celebrates the academic excellence of the top schools and highlights the innovative and impactful ways in which teachers are enriching their students and giving them the best start in life.
The Educational Landscape
According to Helen Davies, editor of The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide, the educational landscape is testing, with budget challenges, rising student mental health issues, special educational needs, and an increasingly uncertain future. However, there is also much to celebrate, including the dedication of teachers who are finding innovative ways to enrich their students and give them the best start in life. The awards, such as the one won by the University of Liverpool Maths School, are judged on year-on-year performance as well as editorial discretion, and recognize the hard work and commitment of schools and their staff. The Parent Power league table is based on exam results, providing a clear and objective measure of a school’s academic achievement.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the release of The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026 has provided valuable insights into the UK’s highest-achieving schools. The guide has recognized the academic excellence of several schools in the region, including the University of Liverpool Maths School, Formby High School, The Blue Coat School, and the Belvedere Academy. The guide provides a useful tool for parents who are looking for the best schools in the region for their children and celebrates the innovative and impactful ways in which teachers are enriching their students and giving them the best start in life. As the educational landscape continues to evolve, it is essential to recognize and celebrate the achievements of schools and their staff, and to provide parents with the information they need to make informed decisions about their children’s education.