Woodchurch High School
URN: 138853 • Wirral CH49 7NG
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martyn Canham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516775257
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Carr Bridge Road, Wirral CH49 7NG
Summary
Woodchurch High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Wirral, with a current enrolment of 1,415 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,405. The school prides itself on creating an inclusive environment where every pupil is valued and encouraged to excel. With a strong emphasis on personal development, Woodchurch High School offers various leadership opportunities and extracurricular activities, including international trips and a school farm, which enhance students' learning experiences.
The school maintains high academic expectations, evident in the progress made by its pupils across the curriculum. Support for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a key focus, ensuring that all learners thrive in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. The school's values are integrated into daily life, fostering positive behaviour and respectful interactions among pupils.
Woodchurch High School is also committed to the wellbeing of its students, with a strong chaplaincy and a rich curriculum that promotes personal growth and reflection. The school community is actively engaged, with initiatives that encourage pupils to make a difference both locally and globally.
The school maintains high academic expectations, evident in the progress made by its pupils across the curriculum. Support for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a key focus, ensuring that all learners thrive in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. The school's values are integrated into daily life, fostering positive behaviour and respectful interactions among pupils.
Woodchurch High School is also committed to the wellbeing of its students, with a strong chaplaincy and a rich curriculum that promotes personal growth and reflection. The school community is actively engaged, with initiatives that encourage pupils to make a difference both locally and globally.
Useful links
- Trustees (governance)
- Events (calendar)
- See Full Report (download)
- Woodchurch High School Inspection Report 2025 (download)
- Subject Sites (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Class Times and Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WOODCHURCH HIGH SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1405
- Pupils
- 1415
- Boys
- 822
- Girls
- 593
- FSM %
- 39.10
- Open date
- 2012-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1415 | 822 | 593 | 1405 | 39.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1419 | 798 | 621 | 1405 | 36.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1436 | 778 | 658 | 1427 | 32.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1436 | 778 | 658 | 1427 | 32.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1422 | 787 | 635 | 1427 | 27.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1428 | 798 | 630 | 1427 | 25.20 |
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