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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

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 Pre-School 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...

03 November 2026

The Good Schools Guide Celebrates Birkenhead School

Happy, confident children. Enthusiastic teachers. ‘Something a little bit magical’...

Your next opportunity could be right here. Or perhaps you know someone who would be perfect for #TeamBirkenhead?

A story waiting to be told. A child ready to take their next step. Two different roles with the chance to make a real difference at Birkenhead School!

πŸ‘‰ Digital Marketing, Content & Design Officer
Are you a digital marketer who can spot a great story and bring it to life? From website content and social media to eye-catching design and analytics, use your skills to showcase the people, experiences and opportunities that make Being Birkonian special β€” connecting with families and inspiring them to find out more.

πŸ‘‰ Teaching Assistant
Know how to turn a little encouragement into a big step forward? Help children build confidence, discover what they can do and feel proud of their progress.

Bring your creativity, care and enthusiasm β€” and become part of our school community.

πŸ‘‰ Find out more and apply:
https://www.birkenheadschool.co.uk/employment-opportunities/

πŸ’­ Who comes to mind? A creative friend with a flair for content and digital experience? Someone whose patience and encouragement bring out the best in children? 

The Good Schools Guide commented about our 'super keen and enthusiastic staff' when they came to see us earlier this year. If you know someone who would be a brilliant addition to #TeamBirkenhead, send them this post, tag them below or help us simply spread the word by sharing πŸ˜€.

#TeamBirkenhead #WirralJobs #SchoolJobs #MarketingJobs #TeachingAssistant
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Quick glimpse of an Evening of Arts and Music. Celebrating our GCSE and A Level work last night #thereissomethingspecialaboutthisschool #gcseart #alevelart #findyourniche #proudteachers
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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

β€œThere 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
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