Welcome to West Kirby School and College
We offer educational provision at Primary, Secondary & Post 16, for children 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
'Change and Adapt' this Discovery Day
This week celebrated Discovery Day, tying in with British Science Week.
13 MarmyHappymind working towards
We are working towards the myHappymind Bronze Level Accreditation, led by Mrs Hessey.
12 MarRoyal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Trip
This week, our Music department took pupils from across the school to see the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra perform "The World in One City: A Musical Journey."
12 MarWorld Book Day 2025
It's World Book Day! One of the many highlights of our school calendar.
06 MarLGBT+ History Month
February marks LGBT+ History Month which focuses on the lives and achievements of the LGBT+ community. This year’s theme was ‘Activism and Social Change’.
11 FebCelebrating Lunar New Year
In February we celebrated the cultural occasion of Lunar New Year, with activities organised by Ms Cui, Mandarin Teacher.
31 JanWe are a Tourette's Friendly School
In a first for us, we have been awarded the T.I.C. (Tourette's Inclusion in the Community) Friendly Schools Accreditation.
27 JanReading in the Community Project
Our Primary Department have embarked on a new and meaningful initiative, the ‘Reading in the Community’ project, which aims to promote reading for pleasure and oracy skills.
21 JanPrimary Sparkle and Shine in the Nativity
The Primary nativity performance was a highlight of our Christmas period.
17 DecChill Factore Enrichment Day
Pathfinders, Adventurers and Navigators embarked on a snowy trip to the Chill Factore in Manchester for an end of term enrichment day.
09 DecCelebration Evening
Current and ex-pupils, alongside their family members, joined us at our annual Celebration Evening.
05 DecAnti-Bullying Week
This week we have been celebrating the theme 'Choose Respect' for Anti-Bullying Week.
15 Nov
Reminder: FAO Parents Carers of Year 11 & Post 16 pupils Join us for our Revision Support Session this Wednesday 19th March 9.45am. Aimed at supporting pupils through exams and revision. Please let us now you're coming along.
17 March 2025
This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Neurodiversity Celebration week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how Neurodiversity is perceived by providing the opportunity to recognise the many skills and talents of neurodivergent individuals. This week there's a series of online webinars with inspirational speakers from a range of backgrounds and professions, open to parents, carers, professionals or anyone wanting to find out more. The discussions will all be focussing on key neurodiversity topics, and aim to educate while inspiring conversations about neurodiversity. All events are free of charge and open to all. Click in the comments below for the link... sign up and watch them live or catch up via a recording. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek
17 March 2025
Reminder: WKS Parents & Carers We have the next SEN Parent Carer Support session in this term's series, this Monday 17th March with Dr Ze'ev Levita. The topic is Understanding and Managing Behaviour: for ADHD Welcome 9.45am, start 10am - 1pm This will be delivered by Ze'ev and supported by Assistant Psychologist Aimee Glaysher. Refreshments will be provided. This session aims to: Explore the key characteristics of the area of diagnosis - Autism, ADHD, Childhood Attachment & Trauma How this impacts behaviour How we can support & manage behaviour for positive outcomes Each session will focus some strategies and advice specific to the area of diagnosis It's very useful to know attendees. Please email Rachel Kelleher rkelleher@wkrs.co.uk if you intend to join us.
14 March 2025
Calendar
- 19 MarWednesday 19 March 202510:00amREVISION & EXAM SUPPORT FOR KS4 & Post 16 PARENTS/CARERS
- 20 MarThursday 20 March 20251:30pmGCSE Drama Trip - Everyman Theatre Liverpool
- 27 MarThursday 27 March 20259:30amAttendance Coffee Morning -EC/RK
- 01 AprTuesday 01 April 202510:00amtest
- 03 AprThursday 03 April 20259:30amAttendance Coffee Morning - EC/RK
- 04 AprFriday 04 April 2025All DayFinish for Easter Holidays
- 05 AprSaturday 05 April 2025 –21 AprMonday 21 April 2025All DayEaster Holidays
- 22 AprTuesday 22 April 2025All DaySchool Re-opens
- 30 AprWednesday 30 April 2025 –01 MayThursday 01 May 2025All DayD of E Practice Expedition
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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
West Kirby School and College, Meols Drive, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 5DH
0151 632 3201
