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“All in all a great place to learn and grow as a person. What more could you ask for?”

The Good Schools Guide 2026

“There is something a little bit magical about Birkenhead Prep”

The Good Schools Guide 2026

“Happy, confident and well spoken children”

The Good Schools Guide 2026

“The campus is idyllic … If you were to imagine the perfect English public school setting, this would be it.”

The Good Schools Guide 2026
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Birkonian Values

Respect | Responsibility | Resilience | Inclusivity | Compassion | Courage | Humility | Integrity

Welcome to Birkenhead School

Respect

...we show due regard for the feelings, opinions and rights of others

Responsibility

...we are dependable, accountable for our actions and use good judgement in making decisions

Resilience

...we are adaptable, bounce back quickly from setbacks and try again

Humility

...we avoid arrogance, recognise our strengths and weaknesses and celebrate the successes of others

Inclusivity

...we interact with everyone and celebrate people’s differences

Compassion

...we listen, empathise and show kindness to others

Integrity

...we are honest and hold strong moral principles

Courage

...we possess the mental and physical bravery to undertake activities that are challenging

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Birkenhead School is a leading independent day school for girls and boys from Pre-School to Sixth Form, located in Wirral. Please click the button below and select the area of the school you are interested in.

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GCSE Results 2026

Birkenhead School is celebrating another excellent set of GCSE results,...

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A closer look. A new question. A whole world to discover. 🔍🌿

In Prep we nurture children’s natural curiosity, giving them space to explore, ask questions and discover the extraordinary in everyday things. With care and encouragement, little discoveries help build confidence and a love of learning.

Come and discover where your child’s journey could begin at our Prep Open Morning.

📅 Friday 13th November
🕤 9.30am–11.15am

Book your visit today.

#BeBirkonian #BirkenheadPrep #PrepOpenMorning #WirralFamilies

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A closer look. A new question. A whole world to discover. 🔍🌿 In Prep we nurture children’s natural curiosity, giving them space to explore, ask questions and discover the extraordinary in everyday things. With care and encouragement, little discoveries help build confidence and a love of learning. Come and discover where your child’s journey could begin at our Prep Open Morning. 📅 Friday 13th November 🕤 9.30am–11.15am Book your visit today. #BeBirkonian #BirkenheadPrep #PrepOpenMorning #WirralFamilies
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Testimonials

“Birkenhead is riding high… First rate and first choice not only for local families but also those from further afield.”

The Good Schools Guide

“There is a special feeling about this school, not replicated in other schools.”

 

Parent

“The school provides a broad range of co-curricular activities and trips that help to enrich pupils’ experience and support their physical and mental wellbeing.”

Independent Schools Inspectorate - 2025

“The good relationships that are fostered between pupils and their teachers and the inclusive curriculum helps to promote pupils’ respect for each other.”

Independent Schools Inspectorate - 2025
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Prep Open Morning

Discover a Little Prep Magic ✨

Join us at our Prep Open Morning on Friday 13th November to find out more.

Pre-School and Junior applications open for September 2027.

Book your place today