Brackenwood Infant School
URN: 105021 • Wirral CH63 2HN
Overview
- Name
- Brackenwood Infant School
- URN
- 105021
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- C Mervyn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516089117
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pulford Road, Wirral CH63 2HN
Summary
Brackenwood Infant School is a community primary school located in Wirral, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 156 students and a capacity of 180, the school prides itself on creating a warm and nurturing environment where children can flourish. The ethos is centered around kindness, effort, and resilience, with a mission to guide and nurture all children to achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Brackenwood focuses on developing independent learners through a mix of structured teaching and engaging activities. Key subjects include phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics, alongside a broader curriculum that encourages social and emotional growth. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum for Foundation Stage 2 (F2) pupils, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.
Brackenwood Infant School values strong community ties, with 100% of families expressing satisfaction and willingness to recommend the school. The dedicated staff, including experienced teachers and support personnel, work collaboratively to foster a supportive atmosphere, enabling children to build confidence and lasting friendships while preparing them for future learning.
The curriculum at Brackenwood focuses on developing independent learners through a mix of structured teaching and engaging activities. Key subjects include phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics, alongside a broader curriculum that encourages social and emotional growth. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum for Foundation Stage 2 (F2) pupils, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.
Brackenwood Infant School values strong community ties, with 100% of families expressing satisfaction and willingness to recommend the school. The dedicated staff, including experienced teachers and support personnel, work collaboratively to foster a supportive atmosphere, enabling children to build confidence and lasting friendships while preparing them for future learning.
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Nearby alternatives
- Great Meols Primary School (76.8)
- West Kirby St Bridget's CofE Primary School (76.4)
- Town Lane Infant School (74.6)
- Town Lane Infant School (74.4)
- Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School (74.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 156
- Boys
- 91
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 17.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 156 | 91 | 65 | 180 | 17.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 160 | 90 | 70 | 180 | 15.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 164 | 88 | 76 | 180 | 17.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 164 | 88 | 76 | 180 | 17.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 180 | 99 | 81 | 180 | 16.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 176 | 92 | 84 | 180 | 15.30 |
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