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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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13 March 2025

National Lacrosse Championships 2025

Success at the National Lacrosse Championships We were thrilled to...

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🎭 🎶 Arts Awards – Birkonian Week 2025 🏆🎨

On Monday, we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Arts Awards evening as part of our Birkonian Week celebrations. A wonderful evening recognising talent, creativity, and dedication across Music, Drama, English, Art, and Design & Technology

Congratulations to all those involved, and thank you for the energy, passion, and imagination you bring to School life. #ThereIsSomethingSpecialAboutThisSchool

#BirkonianWeek #independencetoinspire #findyourniche

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🎭 🎶 Arts Awards – Birkonian Week 2025 🏆🎨 On Monday, we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Arts Awards evening as part of our Birkonian Week celebrations. A wonderful evening recognising talent, creativity, and dedication across Music, Drama, English, Art, and Design & Technology Congratulations to all those involved, and thank you for the energy, passion, and imagination you bring to School life. #ThereIsSomethingSpecialAboutThisSchool #BirkonianWeek #independencetoinspire #findyourniche

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We are delighted to announce that tickets are now available for our Summer Concert!

Our end of year Summer Concert, taking place on Tuesday 1st July, will feature a range of performances from our larger ensembles from both Prep and Seniors. The programme will include Senior Orchestra, Prep Orchestra, Chapel Choir, Senior Choir, String group and more.

Entry is free but we asked that you reserve your seat online using the link in our bio. We will also leave the link in our story highlights! Drinks and refreshments may be purchased on the night at the cash bar.

This is the final chance of the year to hear music from our talented students, including our 2025 leavers, so book your seats now!

FREE ENTRY | 1st July 2025 | Bushell Hall

#thereissomethingspecialaboutthisschool

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We are delighted to announce that tickets are now available for our Summer Concert! Our end of year Summer Concert, taking place on Tuesday 1st July, will feature a range of performances from our larger ensembles from both Prep and Seniors. The programme will include Senior Orchestra, Prep Orchestra, Chapel Choir, Senior Choir, String group and more. Entry is free but we asked that you reserve your seat online using the link in our bio. We will also leave the link in our story highlights! Drinks and refreshments may be purchased on the night at the cash bar. This is the final chance of the year to hear music from our talented students, including our 2025 leavers, so book your seats now! FREE ENTRY | 1st July 2025 | Bushell Hall #thereissomethingspecialaboutthisschool

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Yesterday we celebrated this year’s group of Amazing Artists. These are KS3 students who have impressed with their creativity, sharing of skills, progress and commitment to art. Each student received a badge and certificate (and cake!) Congratulations & Keep being creative! 🎨🎨🙌 🥳🎨🥳🎨🧁🧁🧁@birkenheadschool #amazingartists #proudtrachers #ks3art

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Yesterday we celebrated this year’s group of Amazing Artists. These are KS3 students who have impressed with their creativity, sharing of skills, progress and commitment to art. Each student received a badge and certificate (and cake!) Congratulations & Keep being creative! 🎨🎨🙌 🥳🎨🥳🎨🧁🧁🧁@birkenheadschool #amazingartists #proudtrachers #ks3art
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Date : July 4, 2025
Time : 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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