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Birkonian Values

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

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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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02 March 2026

The Frank Moran Young Writers Award 2026

We are absolutely delighted to celebrate the remarkable success of...

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Inspired by the famous Love Actually scene, our Reception children created a very special video to celebrate their wonderful mummies.

Holding up their boards, the children shared all the reasons they love their mums – from the sweet and heartfelt to the brilliantly funny!

There were lots of smiles, plenty of laughter, and some very honest answers too!

We hope all the mums in our school community and beyond enjoyed a lovely, relaxing Mother’s Day with their families yesterday. 💐

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Inspired by the famous Love Actually scene, our Reception children created a very special video to celebrate their wonderful mummies. Holding up their boards, the children shared all the reasons they love their mums – from the sweet and heartfelt to the brilliantly funny! There were lots of smiles, plenty of laughter, and some very honest answers too! We hope all the mums in our school community and beyond enjoyed a lovely, relaxing Mother’s Day with their families yesterday. 💐

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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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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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The A team and Development team played in the St Mary’s 7s on Friday . The development won 3/4 games and played well! But the U12s A VII went undefeated and won the tournament! 🏆 Many thanks to @st_marys_sport for running a great event ! Well done to all the Y7 lads on a great season and Mr Crawford, Mr Rickman and Mrs Jones for the coaching! #teambirkenhead @birkenheadschool @birkenhead_headmaster

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The A team and Development team played in the St Mary’s 7s on Friday . The development won 3/4 games and played well! But the U12s A VII went undefeated and won the tournament! 🏆 Many thanks to @st_marys_sport for running a great event ! Well done to all the Y7 lads on a great season and Mr Crawford, Mr Rickman and Mrs Jones for the coaching! #teambirkenhead @birkenheadschool @birkenhead_headmaster

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
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