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
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
International Schools Award achieved
We are so pleased to announce that we have achieved the Foundation level International Schools Award. A big thank you to Mrs Brown who led the award process.
13 SepPrimary Science Quality Mark achieved
In a first for West Kirby School and College, we have been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM). The award was led by Mr Gill and Mrs Gooding.
13 SepEco-Schools Green Flag Award Awarded.
West Kirby School and College has been awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award.
12 SepReturn to school dates
Pupils return on a staggered start from Tues 3rd September
02 SepBakery Wins ‘Team of The Year’ Award
Our bakery is bringing up all the goods, we’ve won another award!
01 JulStaff Complete Ullswater Triathlon
A band of colleagues ventured up to Ullswater to complete the Epic Events Sprint Triathlon.
03 JunCouncillors Visit West Kirby School
We love welcoming visitors into our School to discuss life-skills that our pupils need to know as they step into the wider world. This term, we welcomed some local Councillors who came to talk about the upcoming election.
20 MayPanathlon Athletics Tournament
Mr Quayle, Mr Musgrave and Mrs Curtis accompanied a group of 12 pupils from across the school to the Panathlon Athletics competition in Wavertree.
16 MayHarry Wins Junior Disabled Supporter of The Year for Liverpool Football Club.
Post 16 pupil Harry was awarded the prize for ‘Junior Disabled Supporter of the Year’ for Liverpool Football Club.
16 MayCentenary Match for Charity
As part of our centenary celebrations, West Kirby School and College held a charity football
match raising £1100 for our nominated International charity, Save the Children. The event
with Claremount Specialist Sports College, was organised by Mr Evans and Mr Davey.02 MayWest Kirby School awarded British Dyslexia Association Quality Mark
In fantastic news, our school has become one of only two specialist schools in the UK to receive the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) Quality Mark after a rigorous verification process. A big thank you to Mrs Abernethy for her tireless work ensuring our School meets all criteria to achieve this feat.
29 AprBlue Peter Book Badge Success
In exciting news this term, some of our Primary pupils have become proud recipients of a ‘Blue Peter Book Badge’ after they sent book reviews off to the popular CBBC show.
23 Apr
Fridays are our open-house School Bakery morning for pupils. They love visiting and spending time with their form groups and staff. Developing social skills and learning how to order and pay for products in a safe environment prepares our pupils for the future. Open to the public Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:30-12:30 during term time, come and experience the barista magic
04 October 2024
The School Bakery is open Tues & Wed 10.30am - 12.30pm. The team have been in barista training and are here to welcome you with fresh coffee and sweet treats
01 October 2024
Join us for our upcoming SENsitive Classrooms free webinar event, "Transitions: Enabling children to embrace their next steps", aimed at school staff and professionals welcome. Taking place next Tuesday 24th Sept 4pm. The Local Offer Wirral The Positivitree To register, please visit: https://www.wkrs.co.uk/communitysendtraining
20 September 2024
Calendar
- 14 OctMonday 14 October 20249:30amParent SEN Training - Dr Ze'ev Levita - ADHD
- 16 OctWednesday 16 October 202410:00amWelcome coffee morning ( For new Parents / Carers
- 18 OctFriday 18 October 2024All DayFinish for Half Term
- 19 OctSaturday 19 October 2024 –03 NovSunday 03 November 2024All DayHalf Term
- 04 NovMonday 04 November 2024All DaySchool Re-opens
- 04 NovMonday 04 November 20249:30amParent SEN training With Dr Ze'ev Levita -Childhood Trauma and Attachment
- 11 NovMonday 11 November 20249:30amParent SEN training with Ze'ev - Challenging Behaviour
- 18 NovMonday 18 November 20249:30amParent SEN Training - Dr Ze'ev Levita - Q&A and general discussion session
- 21 NovThursday 21 November 2024All DayCareer Connect in WKS
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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
