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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.

Ben Bowles, Head

Whole School Video

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.

Our Social Channels

🚜 A huge thank you to Mr Helliwell for visiting PP1 with his tractor! We’ve had so much fun....
🚜 A huge thank you to Mr Helliwell for visiting PP1 with his tractor! We’ve had so much fun learning about tractors in class, and getting to see one up close was such a treat. PP1 asked some brilliant questions ...
A big well done to all of our Year 9 boys who took part in the Sheffield Schools Year 9 Athletic....
A big well done to all of our Year 9 boys who took part in the Sheffield Schools Year 9 Athletics Championships this week!
There were fantastic displays of athleticism, effort, and determination throughout the event!
You all represented the school brilliantly ...
Pre-Prep 1 went to Chatsworth Farm this week as part of their week learning about farm animals. ....
Pre-Prep 1 went to Chatsworth Farm this week as part of their week learning about farm animals. 🐄🐑
We enjoyed an informative tour around the farm and learnt lots of fun farm animal facts! Next, we loved our bumpy tractor ride ...
Congratulations to Jonah in S2, who played for Sheffield Boys on Saturday and helped the team wi....
Congratulations to Jonah in S2, who played for Sheffield Boys on Saturday and helped the team win the ESFA Champions Cup! 🏆 They beat Chelmsford & Essex at the bet365 Stadium—on the full pitch! A fantastic achievement—well done, Jonah! #StrongerTogether ...
Adventure Awaits! 🌄Our amazing Lower Sixth students are out in the stunning Peak District tod....
Adventure Awaits! 🌄
Our amazing Lower Sixth students are out in the stunning Peak District today, taking on their Gold DofE training day 💪✨
From navigating rugged trails to building essential expedition skills, they're gearing up for their practice expedition ...

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