Reports & Reviews

A wide range of opportunities are provided for pupils to take on roles and responsibilities through leadership and mentorship pathways. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

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 Report (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 Report (2025)

The core values, which include respect, responsibility, resilience and inclusivity, help staff to create a positive environment where pupils value each other's differences. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

Relationships between pupils and staff are positive and pupils are supported and well prepared for the next phase of their education and future lives. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

Leaders encourage pupils to show initiative and contribute positively to the local and wider community. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

The school provides a wide range of educational, physical and creative opportunities, which help to prepare pupils for the next stages of their education and for life. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

Leaders promote pupils' self-esteem and self-confidence well. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

Pupils are self-motivated and make good progress. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

There is a well-developed careers programme throughout the school which enables pupils to be well prepared for life beyond Birkenhead. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

The staff know their pupils well and can respond to their needs. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

The school effectively helps pupils to develop an understanding and appreciation of social responsibility. Independent Schools Inspectorate Report (2025)

Value added is the name of the game, so pupils almost always do better than expected. Teachers go above and beyond. The Good Schools Guide

A bustling, traditional and community-driven school with happy, diligent pupils and a growing focus on extra-curricular. The Good Schools Guide

Birkenhead is riding high. A bustling, traditional and community-driven school with happy, diligent pupils and a growing focus on extracurricular. The Good Schools Guide

A caring, happy and traditional school that does a magnificent job of preparing children for the senior school. The Good Schools Guide

First rate and first choice not only for local families but also those from further afield. The Good Schools Guide

Creative talent is nurtured ... Music is intrinsic to the school, with pupils of all abilities playing in the school's wide range of bands, choirs and orchestras. The Good Schools Guide

Success here is not measured by academic achievement along but also in other activities. The Good Schools Guide