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Welcome to Birkdale School

At Birkdale our mission is to deliver a strong academic education through outstanding individualised teaching, inspiring all pupils to achieve their personal best.

Our rounded education enables pupils to pursue a wide range of interests which will equip them with skills and values to live a successful, fruitful and fulfilling life. All of this is underpinned by a strong Christian ethos, where everyone is treated with care and respect.

Peter Harris, Head

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At Birkdale, pupils develop a grounded confidence based on real achievements.

Watch and discover Birkdale School and why we’re Stronger Together.

Why Birkdale?

Why Birkdale?

Prep School

There is something very special about Birkdale Prep.

Every child matters and in small class sizes our caring and highly qualified staff, led by the Head of the Prep School, Chris Burch, will ensure your child is happy, inspired and confident. It provides the highest quality education which builds the foundations for future success.

Much importance is placed on nurturing the individual and life at Birkdale is rich and rewarding.

Senior School

Every day in the Senior School is filled with opportunity and throughout the school there is a tangible sense of community and cheerful purpose.

A high value is placed on the individual and every pupil is encouraged to build on their particular talents to achieve their full potential.

Birkdale pupils go on to achieve some of the best exam results in the region.

Sixth Form

The Sixth Form is an exciting time of new responsibilities and increased freedom, marking the transition between school and university.

Every year Birkdale welcomes a large number of students from other schools.

Life in Sixth Form is bursting with opportunity with over 20 A level choices, a full Enrichment programme and outstanding pastoral care.

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We were delighted to welcome world-leading mountaineer, adventurer and speaker, Kenton Cool to B....
We were delighted to welcome world-leading mountaineer, adventurer and speaker, Kenton Cool to Birkdale today.
Kenton has climbed Mount Everest 18 times along with many other mountain peaks around the globe.
It was a fascinating and motivational talk encouraging us all ...
Pupils at Birkdale love the Music and Performing Arts opportunities open to them.S1 had great fu....
Pupils at Birkdale love the Music and Performing Arts opportunities open to them.
S1 had great fun taking part in a percussion workshop recently and today delivered an incredible round of devised scary performances. They all showcased amazing talent and ...
We’re thrilled to share an update on Cora and Serena's sporting achievements!❤🏏On Saturda....
We’re thrilled to share an update on Cora and Serena's sporting achievements!❤🏏
On Saturday, they both attended the Yorkshire Cricket trials. Well done to both of you!
Thank you to everyone who came to our Sixth Form Open Evening this week.We heard from Kira, Adam....
Thank you to everyone who came to our Sixth Form Open Evening this week.
We heard from Kira, Adam & Ellie, who moved onto university from our school this year, about why they were #StrongerTogether at Birkdale.
🔽 Watch them here & ...
Our Pre-Prep 2 mini musicians had a fantastic time at the Crucible Theatre yesterday, enjoying a....
Our Pre-Prep 2 mini musicians had a fantastic time at the Crucible Theatre yesterday, enjoying a brilliant performance of "Music in the Round"!
They loved watching and listening to the beautiful music and even had the chance to meet some of ...

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