Pensby High School for Boys: A Specialist Sports College
URN: 105100 • Wirral CH61 6XN
Overview
- Name
- Pensby High School for Boys: A Specialist Sports College
- URN
- 105100
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kevin Flanagan (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Irby Road, Wirral CH61 6XN
Summary
Pensby High School for Boys is a community secondary school located in Wirral, with a capacity of 870 students. As a Specialist Sports College, the school places a strong emphasis on physical education and sports, integrating these elements into its curriculum to promote a healthy and active lifestyle among students. The school aims to foster not only academic achievement but also personal development through various sporting activities and competitions.
The curriculum at Pensby High School is designed to provide a balanced education, catering to the diverse needs of its students. In addition to core subjects, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop new skills. The supportive environment aims to nurture confidence and resilience, preparing students for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives aimed at engaging parents and local residents. Pensby High School strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students, staff, and families work together to enhance the educational experience and contribute positively to the wider community.
The curriculum at Pensby High School is designed to provide a balanced education, catering to the diverse needs of its students. In addition to core subjects, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop new skills. The supportive environment aims to nurture confidence and resilience, preparing students for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives aimed at engaging parents and local residents. Pensby High School strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students, staff, and families work together to enhance the educational experience and contribute positively to the wider community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Upton Hall School FCJ (78.5)
- Wirral Grammar School for Girls (76.9)
- Calday Grange Grammar School (72.2)
- Upton Hall School FCJ (70.2)
- West Kirby Grammar School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 870
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2015-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 870 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 870 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 870 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 870 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 870 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 870 |
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