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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Send Information Report (sen)
- SEND Offer FAQ'S (sen)
- Policies andAccessibility Statement (other)
- Home (other)
- About Foxfield School (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Statutory Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Clare Mount Specialist Sports College (82.5)
- Wirral Hospitals' School (65.2)
- Orrets Meadow School (64.8)
- West Kirby School and College (62.3)
- Elleray Park School (59.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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