Hayfield School
URN: 105128 • Wirral CH49 4LN
Overview
- Name
- Hayfield School
- URN
- 105128
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Comber (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516779303
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Manor Drive, Wirral CH49 4LN
Summary
Hayfield School is a community special school located in Wirral, catering to 168 pupils with social communication needs, autism, and moderate learning difficulties. The school is committed to providing high-quality education tailored to individual needs, ensuring that each child is respected and treated as an individual. Hayfield has maintained National Autistic Society Accreditation for over 15 years and received a 'Good' rating from OFSTED, with 'Outstanding Practice' noted in Early Years provision.
The curriculum at Hayfield is designed to be engaging and supportive, focusing on developing life skills in a nurturing environment. The school employs a variety of teaching approaches that address sensory and emotional needs, promoting a structured and routine-based learning atmosphere. Collaboration with parents and caregivers is emphasized, fostering a strong community spirit through open communication and involvement in school activities.
Hayfield School's ethos revolves around inclusivity and positivity, aiming to equip pupils with confidence, independence, and responsibility for their learning. The school values strong relationships among staff, families, and external professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to education and well-being.
The curriculum at Hayfield is designed to be engaging and supportive, focusing on developing life skills in a nurturing environment. The school employs a variety of teaching approaches that address sensory and emotional needs, promoting a structured and routine-based learning atmosphere. Collaboration with parents and caregivers is emphasized, fostering a strong community spirit through open communication and involvement in school activities.
Hayfield School's ethos revolves around inclusivity and positivity, aiming to equip pupils with confidence, independence, and responsibility for their learning. The school values strong relationships among staff, families, and external professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to education and well-being.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Meet Hayfield School Governors (governance)
- SEN Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Charging Policy (other)
- Long Term Plan (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Phonics Policy (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Wirral Hospitals' School (65.2)
- Orrets Meadow School (64.8)
- West Kirby School and College (62.3)
- Stanley School (57.3)
- Kingsmead School (49.4)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 168
- Boys
- 130
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 60.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 168 | 130 | 38 | 60.10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 161 | 128 | 33 | 62.10 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 125 | 103 | 22 | 60.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 125 | 103 | 22 | 60.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 123 | 101 | 22 | 61.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 122 | 100 | 22 | 56.60 |
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