Birtenshaw School Merseyside
URN: 145182 • Merseyside L9 7AB
Overview
- Name
- Birtenshaw School Merseyside
- URN
- 145182
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Mathews (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01513178277
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 82 Higher Lane, Merseyside L9 7AB
Summary
Birtenshaw School Merseyside is an independent special school located in Liverpool, catering to children and young adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). With a capacity of 80 pupils, the school focuses on providing tailored educational and care services for those with significant physical impairments, complex health needs, learning disabilities, and Autistic Spectrum Conditions.
The school is part of the Birtenshaw Group, which has a long-standing history dating back to 1956. It aims to transform the lives of its students by fostering independence and personal growth through a creative and dynamic curriculum. Birtenshaw School Merseyside is committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and guidance to thrive.
In addition to educational services, the Birtenshaw Group operates various community initiatives, including children’s homes, a domiciliary care agency, and enrichment programs. This holistic approach not only enhances the educational experience but also promotes a sense of community and belonging among students and their families.
The school is part of the Birtenshaw Group, which has a long-standing history dating back to 1956. It aims to transform the lives of its students by fostering independence and personal growth through a creative and dynamic curriculum. Birtenshaw School Merseyside is committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and guidance to thrive.
In addition to educational services, the Birtenshaw Group operates various community initiatives, including children’s homes, a domiciliary care agency, and enrichment programs. This holistic approach not only enhances the educational experience but also promotes a sense of community and belonging among students and their families.
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Nearby alternatives
- ES Independent School (56.0)
- Utopia (35.9)
- A.R.T.S. Education (26.1)
Key details
- LA
- Liverpool
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 80
- Boys
- 61
- Girls
- 19
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2017-12-13
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 80 | 61 | 19 | 80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 58 | 14 | 80 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 79 | 66 | 13 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 79 | 66 | 13 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 80 | 66 | 14 | 80 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 70 | 55 | 15 | 80 |
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