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Birkenhead High School Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Birkenhead High School Academy
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils achieve well across subjects; leaders have improved curriculum design and delivery to address prior issues.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Typically, pupils conduct themselves well and show maturity, particularly in the sixth form.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Systems in place, but inconsistent use in some subjects; additional training provided for staff.
Teacher Engagement: Staff benefit from ongoing quality training, regardless of teaching phase.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Current pupils benefit from improved curriculum design and delivery.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff collaborate and support each other; need more consistency in using assessment systems effectively.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Strong relationships with families and external agencies for support.
Communication with Parents: Leaders communicate effectively with parents through multiple channels.
Parent Satisfaction: Leaders listen to parents' views and act on concerns.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address conflicts and concerns timely and effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Curriculum improvements and ongoing staff training enhance education quality.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Incidents of bullying are dealt with quickly and effectively. Safeguarding measures are strong.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils behave maturely and show independence, especially in the sixth form.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Leaders promote safety and actively teach pupils how to stay safe.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of clubs and enrichment opportunities to develop skills.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Enrichment sessions at the end of each day help balance academics with extracurriculars.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years and junior school students enjoy outdoor learning.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers program prepares pupils for local job market demands and further study.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are well-prepared for transitions between key stages.
Support for SEND: Effective plans for pupils with SEND; additional staff training is in place.
Subjects Offered: Offers a range of subjects across all key stages including English, mathematics, history, science, and art and design.
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About Us
Birkenhead High School Academy is a All-through, Girls school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1202 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 50% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
80.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 66% | 50.8% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.5% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% 6 | 54.1% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 6.46% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 70% 5 | 53.51% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 7 | 7.67% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 65% | 54.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% | 6.56% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.63 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 32.93% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 47.61% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 37% | 35.18% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 14.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 21.64% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.37 | 3.2 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 91.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 105 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 86.31% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 23.15% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 35.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 13.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.12% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.29 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 34.07% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 47.14% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 50% | 35.59% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 17.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 23.69% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 3.28 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 103 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 86.88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 19.96% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 40.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 13.81% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.15% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.54% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.35% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.28 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 47.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% 14 | 32.89% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 10 | 47.29% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 53% | 32.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 15.32% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 3 | 22% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 3.21 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 88.21% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 82.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 31.21% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 39.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.54% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.24 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 11 | 34.69% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 9 | 51.23% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 46% | 36.04% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 1 | 17.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 10 | 25.46% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.26 | 3.48 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 84.33% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 108 | 122 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 71.42% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 12.83% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 39.46% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 10.88% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.29% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.46% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.44 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 49.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 33% | 33.31% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 48.42% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 20.88% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 23.73% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 86.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 97 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 49.04% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.25% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 40.88% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 10.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.29% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.79% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.03 | 28.29 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.52 | 26.8 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.30% | 11.09% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 73 | 158 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 20.29% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 10.47% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.11 | 31.74 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.09 | 30.42 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.9% | 16.19% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 65 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 61.82% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 5.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 18% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.59% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.51 | 28.69 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.31 1 | 29.35 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.7% | 13.38% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 78 | 190 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 60.13% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 9.44% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19.19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.13% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.60 1 | 28.34 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.19 3 | 28.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 12.51% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 19.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.94% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 14.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 3.44% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.49 | 26.15 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.05 | 29.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.3% | 12.4% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 4 | 16.67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.53% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 14.73% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.8% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Birkenhead High School Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1