GCSE Results 2026
Birkenhead School is celebrating another excellent set of GCSE results,...
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE BIRKONIAN?
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith once walked the same corridors and played on the same fields as today’s students.
An Old Birkonian, former President of Birkenhead School and co-founder of The Independent, Sir Andreas went on to enjoy a remarkable and varied career—from transforming British newspaper journalism to leading the British Board of Film Classification and managing the Church of England’s investment funds.
Following his attendance at Sir Andreas’s Memorial Service in London last week, Mr Vicars reflected on his life during today’s assembly.
At the Service, people remembered not only Sir Andreas’s achievements, but also his integrity, values and ability to help others shine. It was a reminder that our formative experiences help shape who we become.
At Birkenhead School, we want every student to be shaped by their time here—and given the confidence, character and capabilities to shape what’s next.
Today’s students are the latest generation in our 166-year history, each following their own path and with their own opportunity to contribute something meaningful to our community. We may not all shine at the same time or in the same way, but we should never lose our confidence, curiosity or ambition.
The message to students was clear: follow your own path, help others to shine and show what it means to Be Birkonian.
BE AMBITIOUS—BE CURIOUS—BE CONFIDENT—BE YOURSELF—BE PREPARED FOR LIFE.
#BeBirkonian #ShapeWhatsNext #SchoolCommunity #Leadership
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
Massive congratulations to all our wonderful GCSE artists on their well-deserved results today; your hard work paid off. Congratulations also to the full 2026 Yr11 Birkenhead School cohort for all they achieved. @birkenheadschool #proudteachers #gcseart
After a busy and competitive season, our U18 girls finished their campaign at the Cheshire County Finals last week. Facing some of the strongest school teams in the county, the girls showed great determination, teamwork and resilience throughout the afternoon. Against tough opposition, their effort and commitment never wavered, and they represented the school with real pride right to the final whistle.
A special mention goes to our Upper Sixth players, who pulled on the school shirt for the final time. Thank you for your leadership, commitment and the example you have set for the younger players over the years. We wish you all the very best for the future, you will be greatly missed in the hockey programme.
It’s audition time! ✨🎭
Come along to the pre auditions next week this years productions; A Christmas Carol and Bonnie & Clyde.
Both sets of auditions will be in Bushell Hall afterschool between 4-5:30pm.
A Christmas Carol 🎄
Pre Audition: Wednesday 9th September
Audition Dates: Monday 14th and Wednesday 16th September.
Bonnie & Clyde 💔🎶
Pre Auditions: Thursday 10th September
Auditions: Tuesday 15th September and Thursday 17th September.
Callbacks TBC.
More info regarding auditions coming soon!
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE BIRKONIAN?
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith once walked the same corridors and played on the same fields as today’s students.
An Old Birkonian, former President of Birkenhead School and co-founder of The Independent, Sir Andreas went on to enjoy a remarkable and varied career—from transforming British newspaper journalism to leading the British Board of Film Classification and managing the Church of England’s investment funds.
Following his attendance at Sir Andreas’s Memorial Service in London last week, Mr Vicars reflected on his life during today’s assembly.
At the Service, people remembered not only Sir Andreas’s achievements, but also his integrity, values and ability to help others shine. It was a reminder that our formative experiences help shape who we become.
At Birkenhead School, we want every student to be shaped by their time here—and given the confidence, character and capabilities to shape what’s next.
Today’s students are the latest generation in our 166-year history, each following their own path and with their own opportunity to contribute something meaningful to our community. We may not all shine at the same time or in the same way, but we should never lose our confidence, curiosity or ambition.
The message to students was clear: follow your own path, help others to shine and show what it means to Be Birkonian.
BE AMBITIOUS—BE CURIOUS—BE CONFIDENT—BE YOURSELF—BE PREPARED FOR LIFE.
#BeBirkonian #ShapeWhatsNext #SchoolCommunity #Leadership
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