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
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 expanding our team and recruiting for roles across the education, support, operations and residential care teamFind out more
"Compelling evidence that the school provides personal centred educational, care and therapeutic support which reflects an understanding of autism." National Autistic Society, 2019
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
Nurturing, creative Primary provision supporting individualised needs, to enable them to begin their learning journey at West Kirby School.Read more
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 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.
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.
A special charity centenary match West Kirby School & Legends v Claremount Specialist Sports College
Public open event at Acre View Primary
Our latest Discovery Day, organised by Mrs Booth, focused on the theme of ‘Time’. On the 14th of March, our off-timetable day, which coincided with British Science Week, allowed all pupils to get stuck-in with a variety of sessions.
100 years. One whole century of West Kirby School. To celebrate our centenary year, we held a special exhibition which explored and recognised the work West Kirby School has done past and present.
It’s that time of year again, World Book Day. Pupils and staff came dressed to the nines in their book-themed outfits and took part in plenty of activities, all to celebrate the eclectic number of stories available for all ages.
On the 7th of March, we came together as a School to celebrate ‘Diversity and Inclusivity Day’ with the purpose of promoting environments and cultures where every individual can feel safe and a sense of belonging, and is empowered to achieve their full potential.
School values mean a lot to us. This term and last, we have been putting a spotlight on specific values with the aim of understanding them better. This initiative is being led by Mr Musgrave and Mr Cox.
Huge congratulations are in order as we have been awarded the Silver level Anti-Bullying Quality Mark award. A special mention goes to our Anti-Bullying team led by Mr Brown for all the tireless work put in to ensure success.
Since the last update, our charities team have been busy donating and fundraising for our International, nation and local charities. We caught up with charity lead Mrs Clemenson who gave us the low-down on what’s been going on.
Our Residential Provision has been judged ‘Outstanding’ at our most recent OFSTED. In achieving this feat, this means that every element of our School is outstanding. Congratulations to all of the team on their incredible efforts to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for our students
Wave The Rainbow Flag for WKS.
We are really proud to say that we have been certified as a Rainbow Flag School. Miss Killey, our school LGBT champion, Mr Macdonald, and Jude our Pupil LGBT Ambassador, submitted lots of evidence over the last year to achieve this. The award proves that as a school we are inclusive towards our LGBT+ community.
For Parents & Carers Kick off, next Thurs 2nd 6pm! Join us for staff teams & Legends playing a one off charity game to celebrate our 100 years. Only 90 tickets remaining. Proceeds to save the Children. Tickets available on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-kirby-school-college-centenary-charity-match-with-legends-tickets-872097696687?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
26 April 2024
We're so proud of our Gold team.. amazing achievement this week. Big thanks to our committed team too
25 April 2024
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25 April 2024
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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