Welcome to West Kirby School and College
We offer educational and residential 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
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
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
"This continues to be an outstanding school" Ofsted
"The collective vision and drive to provide a school which meets pupils' holistic needs results in pupils' exceptional progress." Ofsted 2016Read more
We promote wellbeing and life skills
We promote the development of life skills through structured activities, wellbeing and life adventures, both in and outside of schoolFind out more
ADHD Foundation Friendly School Award
“West Kirby School achieve outstanding academic outcomes with highly gifted intelligent children. They also provide highly individualised and very therapeutic provision for children with very complex needs.” ADHD FoundationRead 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
Charity appeal
Request for donations - Asylum Link Merseyside and Wirral Food Bank
24 NovParent Carer Virtual coffee morning
Virtual coffee morning for Parents and Carers - Thursday 10th December 2020, 10.30am
23 NovAnti-bullying week activities
Our Pastoral Care Team are promoting Anti-bullying week with a range of activities, classes and an assembly, following the this year's theme 'United'.
A brilliant start the week, their 'United we are stronger' themed video was shared for pupils to watch in their bubbles. Thanks to Mr Brown, Miss Killey and teaching staff Mr Cox and Mr Whalley for their inspirational video! Not to mention, Mr Scullion for the behind the scenes technical production.
16 NovPositive feedback received from Ofsted Residential Care Assurance visit
Our Residential Care provision received glowing feedback from the Ofsted Care Assurance visit in October.
16 NovWest Kirby School launches new website
Welcome to our new website!
03 NovWirral Globe celebrates school award!
A WIRRAL school's dedication to pupils' wellbeing and emotional development has been recognised with a special award. West Kirby School and College is one of ten in the North West to receive a Bronze Attachment & Trauma Sensitive Schools Award (ATSSA).
This Ofsted Outstanding special educational needs school supports pupils across Merseyside, Cheshire and North Wales.
https://www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/18814546.award-west-kirby-school-college/
26 OctWest Kirby School achieve Attachment and Trauma Sensitive Schools Award
I am really pleased to be able to share with you that West Kirby School have achieved a Bronze Attachment and Trauma Sensitive Schools Award. (ATSSA). Proud we're one of only two schools in Wirral and one of ten in the North West to receive this pupil focused award.
13 Oct'We're always there for them': is the tide turning against zero-tolerance in UK schools? the Guardian
'We're always there for them': is the tide turning against zero-tolerance in UK schools? Sat 10th October
12 OctSchool raise £100 for charity Jeans for Genes
This year West Kirby School and College raised £100 for charity Jeans for Genes.
22 SepGiant mural tribute for Mike Jones, staff member
Staff member and New Brighton RNLI volunteer crew member Mike Jones has been recognised for his 40 years service with the RNLI in the form of a giant mural
06 SepEngage Creative Awards winners
Results for the 2020 National Creative Awards have now been announced and we're proud to have some winners!
14 JulBoris Johnson to address school leavers
Announcement
Link to Prime Minister Boris Johnson's address to all school leavers - Friday 10th July @10.00am
10 Jul
Parents and Carers of WKS - Join our Virtual coffee morning Thursday 10th December 10.30am! See the school website for more details or our facebook event. https://t.co/fMzQYnVipd https://t.co/Ok97fxhwxA ☕ https://t.co/KgoH6BCUZc
5 days ago
Imagine if all children were on an equal playing field. Imagine if we all started at the line equal instead of 20 yards behind. Imagine children waking up believing that their dreams could come true. Imagine what that belief could do for the future of this country...
1 week ago
Thanks to @sham69 #sham69 for the perfect theme tune!
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Calendar
- 25 NovWednesday 25 November 20205:00pmVirtual Celebration evening
- 26 NovThursday 26 November 20204:00pmVirtual Parents Evening
- 10 DecThursday 10 December 202010:30amVirtual coffee morning
- 16 DecWednesday 16 December 202012:00pmSchool Christmas lunch
- 17 DecThursday 17 December 2020All DayFun Day!
- 18 DecFriday 18 December 20208:45amSchool Closes for Christmas break
- 18 DecFriday 18 December 2020 –05 JanTuesday 05 January 20218:45amSchool closed for Christmas break
- 04 JanMonday 04 January 2021All DayInset Day (staff only)
- 05 JanTuesday 05 January 20218:45amSchool re-opens
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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
Success Stories
"Staff are very friendly and approachable, it feels very much like a family atmosphere." Parent
(staff are) “Always willing to listen and support both from parent and pupil perspective. Very much support pupils to achieve their best potential.” Parent
"This is an excellent school. Cannot praise staff enough for what they do. I would highly recommend to anyone…." Parent
"I like his inspiring friends like who do clever things with sewing, and the adapted activities like sensory circuits and Going for Gold that help making things that might have been hard to do a bit more easy and fun." Parent
West Kirby School and College, Meols Drive, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 5DH
0151 632 3201
