South Wirral High School
URN: 105107 • Wirral CH62 8EH
Overview
- Name
- South Wirral High School
- URN
- 105107
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mike Cloherty (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01513273213
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Plymyard Avenue, Wirral CH62 8EH
Summary
South Wirral High School, located in Eastham, Wirral, is a mixed foundation secondary school with an enrolment of 1,045 students, operating within a capacity of 1,234. Established in 1985 through the merger of Eastham and Bromborough Secondary Schools, the school has built a strong reputation for academic and personal development. The ethos prioritises creating engaging and challenging learning experiences that foster both happiness and responsible citizenship among students.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum supported by dedicated year group teams, ensuring students receive tailored pastoral care. An established transition programme helps new students adapt smoothly to secondary education, while a variety of extracurricular activities are available to encourage personal growth and engagement outside the classroom. South Wirral also features a successful Sixth Form college, providing students with opportunities for further education and enrichment activities.
Community involvement is a key aspect of South Wirral High School's approach, with initiatives that connect current students with alumni, fostering a supportive network. The school is committed to inclusivity and aims to help every student achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum supported by dedicated year group teams, ensuring students receive tailored pastoral care. An established transition programme helps new students adapt smoothly to secondary education, while a variety of extracurricular activities are available to encourage personal growth and engagement outside the classroom. South Wirral also features a successful Sixth Form college, providing students with opportunities for further education and enrichment activities.
Community involvement is a key aspect of South Wirral High School's approach, with initiatives that connect current students with alumni, fostering a supportive network. The school is committed to inclusivity and aims to help every student achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
Useful links
- Governor Portal (governance)
- Governor Portal (governance)
- Governors Register of Interests (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Our Events (calendar)
- Parents Online Safety Guide (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- Admissions (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
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
- 1234
- Pupils
- 1045
- Boys
- 541
- Girls
- 504
- FSM %
- 36.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1045 | 541 | 504 | 1234 | 36.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1026 | 549 | 477 | 1234 | 31.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 989 | 531 | 458 | 1220 | 28.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 989 | 531 | 458 | 1220 | 28.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 901 | 485 | 416 | 1189 | 27.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 864 | 476 | 388 | 1189 | 22.90 |
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