Prenton High School for Girls
URN: 137130 • Birkenhead CH42 6RR
Overview
- Name
- Prenton High School for Girls
- URN
- 137130
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- PRENTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Ayling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516448113
- Website
- Visit Prenton High School for Girls website
- Address
-
Hesketh Avenue, Birkenhead CH42 6RR
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Summary
Prenton High School for Girls, located in Birkenhead, Wirral, is an academy converter catering to 781 students, with a capacity of 790. The school prioritises a comprehensive curriculum, allowing students to study a wide range of subjects before specialising at the start of Key Stage 4. This approach aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for future academic and career pathways.
The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being, supported by a dedicated team of professionals who ensure that each student is cared for as an individual. Prenton High School fosters an environment where students can develop confidence, resilience, and ambition, encouraging a positive growth mindset throughout their educational journey.
In addition to academic pursuits, Prenton High offers a variety of extra-curricular clubs and activities, promoting physical, social, and cultural development. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (43.90%), the school is committed to supporting its diverse community and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive.
The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being, supported by a dedicated team of professionals who ensure that each student is cared for as an individual. Prenton High School fosters an environment where students can develop confidence, resilience, and ambition, encouraging a positive growth mindset throughout their educational journey.
In addition to academic pursuits, Prenton High offers a variety of extra-curricular clubs and activities, promoting physical, social, and cultural development. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (43.90%), the school is committed to supporting its diverse community and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Prenton High School for Girls (45.2)
- Rock Ferry High School (45.2)
- Birkenhead Institute High School (37.5)
- Birkenhead Park School (36.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PRENTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
- Capacity
- 790
- Pupils
- 781
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 781
- FSM %
- 43.90
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 781 | 0 | 781 | 790 | 43.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 781 | 0 | 781 | 790 | 40.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 779 | 0 | 779 | 790 | 36.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 779 | 0 | 779 | 790 | 36.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 787 | 0 | 787 | 790 | 31.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 773 | 0 | 773 | 790 | 26.00 |
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