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Birkonian Values

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

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Birkenhead School is a leading independent day school for girls and boys from 2 years to Sixth Form, located in Wirral. Please click the button below and select the area of the school you are interested in.

What's new at Birkenhead...

12 April 2026

Science Nights at Birkenhead School

Science Nights at Birkenhead School went off with a BANG...

Jumping for Juniors!

However you choose to arrive - walk, run, skip, or jump - we’d love to welcome you to our Whole School Open Day!

Join us for a guided tour led by our pupils, where you’ll also have the chance to meet our specialist teachers and admissions team, ready to answer any questions you may have.

Our Junior School is a vibrant, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to learn, grow, and discover their passions. See why so many are joining us for Juniors!

Saturday 25th April 9:30am – 12:30pm

We can’t wait to meet you—see you there!

Book your place or find out more: https://www.birkenheadschool.co.uk/admissions/open-events/ or visit our website for more information.
Please join us for our annual festive celebration, taking place in two weeks time!! The concert will feature performances from our wide variety of music ensembles and is a staple in the calendar for the whole school community. 

We can't wait to see you there! 

Tickets are available on bookwhen.com/birkenheadschool (you can find the link in our bio and story highlights).

Tickets £5 (children free) | Bushell Hall | 15th December, 7pm

#thereissomethingspecialaboutthisschool #christmasconcert #festiveseason #musicalchristmas
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Year 10 are getting for their GCSE Devised Performances next week….🎭

Costumes are ready too!…💃

In Focus 2024-25 Edition

We are delighted to share this year’s addition of ‘In Focus’ – a wonderful round-up of key news and events from across the School, spanning Early Years to Sixth Form, throughout the 2024–25 academic year.

VIEW IN FOCUS 2024 – 2025

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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