Woodchurch Road Primary School

URN: 105047 • Birkenhead CH42 9LJ

Overview

Name
Woodchurch Road Primary School
URN
105047
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Juliet Birch (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Woodchurch Road, Birkenhead CH42 9LJ

Summary

Woodchurch Road Primary School, located in Birkenhead, Wirral, is a community school with a current enrolment of 279 pupils, catering to children aged 4 to 11. The school operates under the Cheshire Academies Trust, emphasizing collaboration, care, and creativity in its educational approach. The school is committed to the holistic development of its students, focusing on academic, social, and emotional growth while fostering a nurturing environment that celebrates diversity.

The curriculum at Woodchurch Road is designed to engage students through a Project-Based Learning approach, particularly in subjects like history. This method encourages pupils to explore historical content through interdisciplinary projects that connect to real-world issues and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The school aims to develop critical thinking and a sense of global citizenship among students, ensuring they understand their role in shaping the future.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (43%), Woodchurch Road prioritizes tailored support for all students, ensuring that each child receives the attention they need to thrive. The school encourages parental involvement and offers regular tours for prospective families to learn more about its ethos and educational offerings.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
497
Pupils
279
Boys
164
Girls
115
FSM %
43.00
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2023-09-30
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 279 164 115 497 43.00
2024-09-11 279 164 115 497 43.00
2023-09-11 291 178 113 497 44.00
2022-09-11 291 178 113 497 44.00
2021-09-11 311 186 125 497 40.20
2020-09-11 365 215 150 497 36.70

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