Foxfield School

URN: 105131 • Woodchurch CH49 5LF

Overview

Name
Foxfield School
URN
105131
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
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Becky McBride (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01516418810
Website
Visit
Address
New Hey Road, Woodchurch CH49 5LF

Summary

Foxfield School is a community special school located in Woodchurch, Wirral, catering to pupils aged 11-19 with severe learning difficulties or profound and multiple learning difficulties. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment, aiming to develop independent young adults through a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual needs. Each pupil has an Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring that their educational and personal care requirements are met by a skilled team of teachers and support staff.

The curriculum at Foxfield is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, incorporating a thematic approach that spans five years. This allows pupils to engage with the national curriculum while focusing on their personal and social development. The school also emphasizes life skills, enjoyment, achievement, respect, and new experiences, fostering a holistic approach to education.

In addition to academic support, Foxfield School has strong links with local businesses and the community, particularly through its new site in Leasowe, which houses post-16 provisions. The school encourages parental involvement and offers resources such as free school meals for eligible families, ensuring that all pupils have access to nutritious meals and additional funding for their education.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
211
Pupils
212
Boys
154
Girls
58
FSM %
55.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 154 58 211 55.40
2024-09-11 195 142 53 175 50.70
2023-09-11 151 105 46 175 42.70
2022-09-11 151 105 46 133 42.70
2021-09-11 148 101 47 133 42.40
2020-09-11 141 97 44 133 42.90

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