Ridgeway High School

URN: 105097 • Prenton CH43 9EB

Overview

Name
Ridgeway High School
URN
105097
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gavin Sterry (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01516783322
Website
Visit
Address
Noctorum Avenue, Prenton CH43 9EB

Summary

Ridgeway High School, located in Prenton, Wirral, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 903 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 885. The school is known for its strong academic performance and was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2024, highlighting a supportive environment where students feel happy and safe. The school emphasizes the importance of both academic and social flourishing, aiming to equip students for life beyond school.

The curriculum at Ridgeway is described as rich and ambitious, designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. The school is committed to character education and offers various enrichment opportunities, including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Support services are in place for students with special educational needs, ensuring that all learners receive the assistance they require to succeed.

Ridgeway High School fosters a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement through events and communication. The school’s ethos of "transforming lives through learning" underscores its dedication to preparing students for future challenges and lifelong learning.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
885
Pupils
903
Boys
497
Girls
406
FSM %
56.40
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-31
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 903 497 406 885 56.40
2024-09-11 898 498 400 885 54.60
2023-09-11 877 501 376 885 48.30
2022-09-11 877 501 376 885 48.30
2021-09-11 826 478 348 885 46.10
2020-09-11 773 468 305 885 39.20

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