The shortlist celebrates inspirational teachers, dedicated support staff and visionary leadership teams, who continue to make a lasting difference in their school communities.
Now in its fourteenth year, the Educate Awards features 21 categories, shining a spotlight on every aspect of education, from sport and the arts to literacy, careers, and the environment.
In partnership with ASL Group, the awards are the biggest and most prestigious celebration of education in the North West, and the shortlist was revealed this week.
Take a look at the shortlisted Merseyside schools below, listed in no particular order.
Please note, a previous error has now been amended.
5. Ascent Autism Specialist College, St Helens
Shortlisted for Leadership Team of the Year & Most Inspirational Sixth Form & College. | Rido - stock.adobe.com (stock image)
6. St Mary's Catholic Junior Academy, St Helens
Shortlisted for School Library of the Year. | stock image Anne Shelley Photo: Anne Shelley
7. Hope Academy, Newton-le-Willows
Shortlisted for Outstanding Commitment to the Environment & Sustainability. | Google Street View
8. Kew Woods Primary School, Southport
Shortlisted for the Careers & Enterprise Award. | Google Street View