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
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
"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
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
Neurodiversity celebration week @ WKS
West Kirby School neurodiversity celebration week involved pupils in raising awareness, getting them to think about and celebrate the positives for themselves.
29 MarParent Carer virtual coffee morning
All parents and carers are invited next week to our Spring term Parent Carer virtual coffee morning
19 MarYear 9 virtual options information evening
Year 9 virtual options evening is Thursday 11th March 4-6pm.
10 MarReturn to school - welcome back!
We look forward to welcoming our young people back to school from Monday 8th March.
05 Mar2021 Lockdown Hero Award!
Thank you so much for our lockdown hero award!
02 Mar#wksmove fitness and wellbeing initiative
The PE and OT department are launching a new initiative for the pupils to encourage them to move more #WKSMove
12 FebNew school App
Download the free School News App to stay up to date with school news, updates and events.
25 JanWelcome to our latest newsletter!
Find out more about what we've up to since September
25 JanCharity appeal
Request for donations - Asylum Link Merseyside and Wirral Food Bank
24 NovJoin our Parent Carer Virtual coffee morning
Join our first 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 Nov
#AutismAwarenessWeek Raising awareness & celebrating the positives in of Neurodiversity with our young people at West Kirby School and local schools part of our SEN community training Thanks to @RHSWirral @CGGSNews @thingwallprima1 @StJosephU @Leasowe_Primary #Neurodiversity https://t.co/5SCkIM1a6g
1 week ago
"What is Autism?" A insightful 2 minute video into understanding Autism #AutismAwarenessWeek #Neurodiversity https://t.co/pFz0xYbFNH
1 week ago
This one's for our pupils and parents, shared on behalf of the @educationgovuk https://t.co/LZ6Qmw3oKv
1 week ago
Calendar
- 26 MarFriday 26 March 2021 –12 AprMonday 12 April 20212:30pmClose for Spring break
- 12 AprMonday 12 April 2021All DaySchool re-opens
- 15 AprThursday 15 April 20216:00pmUntitled Evenvirtual Prospective Parents’ & Guardians’ Information Sessiont
- 29 AprThursday 29 April 20214:00pmParents Evening Year 7, 8, 9 & Primary
- 28 MayFriday 28 May 2021All DaySchool closes for May half term
- 07 JunMonday 07 June 2021All 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
