Welcome to West Kirby School and College
We offer educational provision for children and young people from 5-19, with a range of complex social communication difficulties, learning, sensory and emotional needs, across a range of cognitive abilities.Find out more
100 years of Changing Children's Lives exhibition
To celebrate our centenary year, this exhibition explores and celebrates 100 years & more of West Kirby School and College: from past to present. Find out more here
We're recruiting. Want to join our dedicated team?
We're expanding our team and recruiting for roles across the education, support, operations and residential care teamFind out more
Autism Accredited since 2013
"Compelling evidence that the school provides personal centred educational, care and therapeutic support which reflects an understanding of autism." National Autistic Society, 2019
Innovative, creative and broad curriculum
Our curriculum raises the aspirations of every child, with a rich varied curriculum; it has their interests at the centre and it gives them the confidence to fulfil their potential through positive learning experiences.Learn more
Meet our vibrant Primary department
Nurturing, creative Primary provision supporting individualised needs, to enable them to begin their learning journey at West Kirby School.Read more
Integrated approach to learning underpinned by our support services
Integrated therapeutic and learning support is delivered with our on-site Pastoral Care, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologist and Learning Support Find out more
Welcome from our Principal
Welcome to West Kirby School and College where our teaching, clinical and whole school staff team are enthused by the opportunity to support, help and enable children and young people. Our motto is 'Changing children's lives'.
As a team, we are driven to inspire and motivate pupils, ensuring they are equipped with knowledge, skills and experiences which will help them achieve their goals and ultimately reach their full potential. We understand that each child and young person is different and has individual needs. Therefore we tailor teaching, learning and therapeutic interventions - making activities accessible so pupils can flourish and thrive.
Latest News
Anti-Bullying Week
This week we have been celebrating the theme 'Choose Respect' for Anti-Bullying Week.
15 NovRemembrance Day
On Remembrance Day, we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who served, and are still serving, their country and acknowledge our responsibility to work for the peace they fought, and are still fighting, to achieve.
11 NovNew Year, New Charities
Supporting charity is an important part of our school and linked to one of our school values, Be Kind.
06 NovDamani Dennisur - Author Visit
We had author Damani Dennisur join us to deliver an entertaining and engaging ‘AIM High’ writing day, focused on performance poetry.
05 NovSTEM Science Fair
We were proud to host a Science Fair, the first of our collaborative SENsational STEM events.
04 NovQuality in Careers Standard
We have been awarded the Quality in Careers Standard after a three-year accreditation process.
30 OctAutism Accreditation, Beacon Status
We are bursting with pride to announce that West Kirby School and College has been awarded ‘Beacon Status’ by the National Autistic Society. We are now one of only seven schools nationally to achieve this prestigious recognition.
17 OctHumanities Residential
A group of pupils, alongside Mr Dowds, Mr Cox, and Miss Spence, went to Durham on a residential trip. Mr Cox gave us a summary.
15 OctInterschools Basketball Tournament
This term, we hosted an inter-school basketball tournament, organised by Mr Evans, Pastoral Care Team Mentor
11 OctDeeside Art Group
The Deeside Art Group extended a special invitation for our students to participate in their Annual Exhibition; an opportunity to join artists in the community and display their artwork.
11 OctSchool of Sanctuary Award
This award, granted by City of Sanctuary UK, has been achieved and led by Mrs Clemenson.
30 SepPlatinum Health and Safety Audit
Accreditors unanimously decided that “due to the exceptional 100% Gold level score achieved on audit day, West Kirby School and College has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Award”. This acknowledges our commitment to keeping staff and pupils safe.
27 Sep
Happy Chinese New Year! The year of the snake To celebrate, our pupils immersed themselves in lots of activities organised by Ms Cui. From kicking up a storm in Kungfu and sampling new foods, to Chinese calligraphy and chopstick challenges, it was lovely to come together to mark the occasion. Thank you also to China Spirit UK for coming to visit us to deliver your Kungfu sessions, they were fantastic and enjoyed immensely by all.
31 January 2025
We are so pleased to have become a T.I.C Friendly School, continuing our commitment to providing an inclusive and safe community for all members of our school. A big thank you and well done to Mrs Dooley who led our journey to achieving this
30 January 2025
It's been a busy morning in our School Bakery as pupils and staff from across the school came to visit for a Friday treat. The School Bakery enterprise is a fantastic way for our pupils to explore potential career pathways in a safe space while also developing social skills and confidence. It is also a perfect opportunity for visiting pupils and staff to build positive relationships outside of learning. Have you visited our School Bakery yet? Come along to our next public opening on Tuesday. We hear it's cake day...
24 January 2025
Calendar
- 11 FebTuesday 11 February 20259:45amEdulink School App drop-in support session (Supporting parents/carers setting up and understanding the school communication app)
- 13 FebThursday 13 February 20254:00pmYear 9 Options Evening
- 14 FebFriday 14 February 2025All DayFinish for half term
- 15 FebSaturday 15 February 2025 –23 FebSunday 23 February 2025All DayHalf term
- 24 FebMonday 24 February 2025All DaySchool Re-opens
- 26 FebWednesday 26 February 202510:00amSpring Term Coffee Morning
- 06 MarThursday 06 March 20254:00pmParents Evening - KS4/Post 16 (All teaching staff)
- 10 MarMonday 10 March 20259:30amSEND Training for Parents /Carers ( With Ze'ev Levita) Understanding&Managing behaviour -Autism
- 17 MarMonday 17 March 20259:30amSEND Training Parents/carers - managing behaviour for ADHD
Edulink, new school app will make it
easier than ever to keep up to date
with what’s happening...
Why West Kirby School?
A rich, varied, aspirational curriculum
Our curriculum and wide range of qualifications relevant to our pupils' needs, is designed to enable our young people to reach their potential. We provide our pupils with aspirational opportunities, academic and vocational, with over 19 subject choices at GCSE or equivalent.
Our support services are intrinsic to pupils' educational success
We provide a holistic approach to our pupils', integrating education and therapeutic support, to support both learning and our young people's complex special educational needs. Our Support Services include Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pastoral Care, Reading Support and Home School Liaison.
Our culture of understanding and acceptance
Pupils' differences, individual talents and skills are celebrated and nurtured. We aim to develop our pupils' self-esteem and encourage them to take pride in all their achievements. Our safe and accepting space also allows pupils to express themselves so they feel part of our community.
Wellbeing and mental health
At West Kirby School wellbeing activities are part of our weekly curriculum. Every Friday afternoon is dedicated to wellbeing and our pupils are involved in adventures and activities on and off site.
A close school community
We believe we have a unique school community at West Kirby School, with a sense of acceptance and belonging. We’re also proud of close relationships and good communications with parents and carers and beyond.
Our staff are a unique and committed team
Highly trained in SEND with specialist understanding to successfully support pupils with complex needs, develop resilience and a path to achieving success and personal independence
West Kirby School and College, Meols Drive, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 5DH
0151 632 3201
