South Wirral High School
URN: 151354 • Wirral CH62 8EH
Overview
- Name
- South Wirral High School
- URN
- 151354
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mike Cloherty (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01513273213
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Plymyard Avenue, Wirral CH62 8EH
Summary
South Wirral High School, located in Eastham, Wirral, is a mixed secondary academy that has been serving the community since 1985. The school aims to foster both academic and personal growth, providing students with engaging and challenging learning experiences. With a capacity of 1,234 students, South Wirral is committed to nurturing responsible citizenship and ensuring that every student thrives.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum alongside a successful Sixth Form provision, catering to a diverse range of educational pathways, including A Levels and BTECs. South Wirral High School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with dedicated year group teams that support students in their academic and personal development. The school also provides various extracurricular activities, allowing students to explore their interests and talents outside the classroom.
Recognised for its strong community reputation, South Wirral High School is dedicated to creating an inclusive and ambitious environment where every student is valued. The school’s established transition programme ensures that new students have a smooth start, reinforcing its commitment to quality education and student well-being.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum alongside a successful Sixth Form provision, catering to a diverse range of educational pathways, including A Levels and BTECs. South Wirral High School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with dedicated year group teams that support students in their academic and personal development. The school also provides various extracurricular activities, allowing students to explore their interests and talents outside the classroom.
Recognised for its strong community reputation, South Wirral High School is dedicated to creating an inclusive and ambitious environment where every student is valued. The school’s established transition programme ensures that new students have a smooth start, reinforcing its commitment to quality education and student well-being.
Useful links
- Governor Portal (governance)
- Governor Portal (governance)
- Governors Register of Interests (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Our Events (calendar)
- Parents Online Safety Guide (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- Admissions (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Upton Hall School FCJ (78.5)
- Wirral Grammar School for Girls (76.9)
- Calday Grange Grammar School (72.2)
- Upton Hall School FCJ (70.2)
- West Kirby Grammar School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1234
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1234 |
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