West Kirby School and College

URN: 105137 • Wirral CH48 5DH

Overview

Name
West Kirby School and College
URN
105137
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
62.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Hicks (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01516323201
Website
Visit
Address
Meols Drive, Wirral CH48 5DH

Summary

West Kirby School and College is a non-maintained special school located in Wirral, catering to children and young people aged 5-19 with complex special educational needs and disabilities. The school supports pupils with a range of challenges, including social and communication difficulties, and aims to help them achieve academic qualifications while developing essential social and emotional skills. The curriculum is individualised and designed to provide meaningful learning experiences that promote aspirational progress.

The school's ethos is built on respect, acceptance, and diversity, fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive. Staff members are dedicated to tailoring educational and therapeutic interventions to meet each pupil's unique needs. Additionally, West Kirby School actively engages with the local community, offering support and training for parents and local educational institutions.

West Kirby School also provides a Post 16 provision for students aged 16-19, focusing on continued academic achievement and social skills development to prepare them for adult life. The school emphasizes transition support to help students move smoothly into further education or the workforce.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
5 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
115
Pupils
110
Boys
83
Girls
27
FSM %
31.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 110 83 27 115 31.80
2024-09-11 105 78 27 115 31.70
2023-09-11 96 77 19 115 25.40
2022-09-11 96 77 19 115 25.40
2021-09-11 83 68 15 115 26.20
2020-09-11 85 73 12 115 16.90

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