Ofsted 'Outstanding' 2021
Proud to be graded 'Outstanding' in recent 2021 inspection. We have "high ambitions for every pupil" and "pupils have the best possible chance to succeed"Read our Ofsted feedback here
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
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We're expanding our team and recruiting for roles across the education, support, operations and residential care teamFind out more
Ofsted Outstanding 2021
Proud to be graded Outstanding in recent inspection - "Pupils have the best possible chance to succeed"Read our Ofsted feedback here
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
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
Work experience successes
Work experience weeks for our Post 16's and Year 11's
08 JulWorld Book Day 2022
A highlight of our school event calendar and celebrating our love of books and reading - we yet again celebrated World Book Day.
29 MarEaster Enterprise Market
Join us on for our Easter Enterprise Market! This Friday 1st April 10am
28 MarCommunity professionals SEND training
Free upcoming SEND training available for local SENDCOs, school staff and members of local community groups.
01 MarStorm Eunice
UPDATE: 14.20PM - School is now closed
Thanks for all your support today and have a safe half term. We look forward to seeing everyone on 28th February. WKS Team
18TH FEBRUARY 2022 - UPDATE (7:30AM)
The School currently remains cautiously open today. Please continue to check your phone and email for further updates.
17TH FEBRUARY 2022 (4:00PM)
Storm predicted for tomorrow - Currently, WKS will be open, but please check your phone/email or the school website by 8am as we may need to change this.
17 FebWest Kirby School Graded 'Outstanding' in recent Ofsted inspection
West Kirby School and College are incredibly proud of our Ofsted 'Outstanding' grading in recent inspection.
08 FebChristmas Enterprise Market online shop!
We've launched our Christmas market online for pupils in school!
09 DecChristmas Enterprise Market
Our school is running an Enterprise Market on Friday 10th December 10-12.noon. Parents, carers, friends and our local community are all welcome.
07 DecCharity WKS Elf Run 2021
WKS Elf run for local charity WUTH Charity - Wirral University Teaching Hospital, supporting Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge Hospitals
01 DecMeet our Animal Care department
Animal Care department opens at West Kirby School
29 NovMeet the College transitions event
The chance to meet a college or chat to Post 16 to explore the future
26 NovPCT video productions share the message about 'One Kind Word' and Anti-Bullying Week
Pastoral Care Team promote thought provoking videos for Anti-Bullying Week.
22 Nov
@wksdraycott Massive well done to you all from everyone at WKS!
1 month ago
Amazing achievements from our DofE teams - pupils and staff! @DofENorth #resilience #dofe #teamwork https://t.co/pZSbELoOBG
1 month ago
@fronfarmcaravan a big thankyou for allowing us to leave our tents up this morning so we could get an early start this morning #beattheheat to allow pupils to complete their Bronze day 2 before the mercury rose too high #drytents @WestKirbySchool the
1 month ago
Calendar
- 22 JulFriday 22 July 2022 –01 SepThursday 01 September 2022All DayClose for Summer holidays
- 01 SepThursday 01 September 2022All DayInset day
- 02 SepFriday 02 September 2022All DaySchool re-opens
- 15 SepThursday 15 September 2022 –17 SepSaturday 17 September 2022All DaySilver Duke of Edinburgh practice expedition
- 21 OctFriday 21 October 2022 –06 NovSunday 06 November 2022All DayClose for half term
- 07 NovMonday 07 November 2022All DaySchool 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
