Gilbrook School
URN: 105134 • CH49 8HE
Overview
- Name
- Gilbrook School
- URN
- 105134
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 58.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsten Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01515223900
- Website
- Visit Gilbrook School website
- Address
-
Glebe Hey Road, CH49 8HE
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Summary
Gilbrook School is a community special school located in Birkenhead, Wirral, catering to pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health difficulties. With a current enrolment of 63 students, exceeding its capacity of 60, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment. The school's ethos, "together we can achieve," emphasizes collaboration among staff, families, and external agencies to foster the best outcomes for each child.
The curriculum at Gilbrook is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, focusing on enhancing learning and social experiences. Subjects offered include Art, Design Technology, English, Maths, and Physical Education, among others. The school also promotes personal development through interventions and outdoor learning opportunities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Gilbrook School prioritises pupil wellbeing, offering resources such as an Emotional Support Advisor and access to mental health services. The school actively engages with families and the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and support for all students. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website.
The curriculum at Gilbrook is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, focusing on enhancing learning and social experiences. Subjects offered include Art, Design Technology, English, Maths, and Physical Education, among others. The school also promotes personal development through interventions and outdoor learning opportunities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Gilbrook School prioritises pupil wellbeing, offering resources such as an Emotional Support Advisor and access to mental health services. The school actively engages with families and the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and support for all students. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website.
Useful links
- Website by School Web Design (other)
- Tweets by @GilbrookSchool (other)
- Animation (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Clare Mount Specialist Sports College (82.5)
- Wirral Hospitals' School (65.2)
- Orrets Meadow School (64.8)
- Foxfield School (63.1)
- West Kirby School and College (62.3)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- 63
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 11
- FSM %
- 87.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 63 | 52 | 11 | 60 | 87.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 59 | 49 | 10 | 60 | 83.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 60 | 52 | 8 | 60 | 71.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 60 | 52 | 8 | 60 | 71.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 59 | 51 | 8 | 60 | 67.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 61 | 54 | 7 | 60.70 |
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