Birkenhead School
URN: 105123 • Prenton CH43 2JD
Overview
- Name
- Birkenhead School
- URN
- 105123
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Vicars (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01516524014
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 58 Beresford Road, Prenton CH43 2JD
Summary
Birkenhead School is an independent, co-educational day school located in Prenton, Wirral, catering to students aged 2 to 18. With a current enrolment of 955 pupils and a capacity of 1,050, the school offers a nurturing environment that promotes the values of respect, responsibility, resilience, inclusivity, compassion, courage, humility, and integrity. These core values underpin the school's ethos and contribute to a supportive community where every student is encouraged to thrive.
The curriculum at Birkenhead School is designed to provide a well-rounded education that extends beyond academic achievement. Students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and drama, which foster personal growth and help develop diverse talents. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that students receive the support they need to succeed both academically and personally.
Birkenhead School is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity and promotes positive relationships among students and staff. The school’s focus on smaller class sizes allows for personalised attention, enabling each child to explore their interests and reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Birkenhead School is designed to provide a well-rounded education that extends beyond academic achievement. Students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and drama, which foster personal growth and help develop diverse talents. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that students receive the support they need to succeed both academically and personally.
Birkenhead School is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity and promotes positive relationships among students and staff. The school’s focus on smaller class sizes allows for personalised attention, enabling each child to explore their interests and reach their full potential.
Useful links
- Seniors Admissions (sen)
- Senior Music (sen)
- Senior Sport (sen)
- Senior Admissions (sen)
- Progression to Seniors (sen)
- Seniors (sen)
- Senior Pastoral Care (sen)
- Seniors Co-Curricular (sen)
- Seniors Curriculum (sen)
- Seniors School Day (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- The Observatory School (53.2)
- Redcourt - St Anselm's (48.9)
- Birkenhead High School (45.2)
- Highfield School (45.2)
- Prenton Preparatory School (33.9)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 0 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 955
- Boys
- 527
- Girls
- 428
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1980-09-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 955 | 527 | 428 | 1050 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 983 | 544 | 439 | 1050 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 956 | 524 | 432 | 1050 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 956 | 524 | 432 | 1050 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 932 | 520 | 412 | 1050 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 904 | 520 | 384 | 1050 | 0.00 |
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