The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 71.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2022
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
71.3
27.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
96%
53.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
78%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.11
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
96%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 185 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 84 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,186
- Capacity
- 92%
- FSM
- 7.8%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Wirral
- Trust
- WEST KIRBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Simeon Clarke (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Graham Road, West Kirby, Wirral, Merseyside, CH48 5DP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWest Kirby Primary School
Primary · Very close
West Kirby School and College
Special school · Very close
West Kirby St Bridget's CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Black Horse Hill Infant School
Primary · 1.5km away
Black Horse Hill Junior School
Primary · 1.5km away
Hilbre High School
Secondary · 1.6km away
Avalon School
Independent · 1.7km away
Calday Grange Grammar School
Secondary · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
Is West Kirby Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. West Kirby Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is West Kirby Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
West Kirby Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend West Kirby Grammar School?
West Kirby Grammar School currently has 1,186 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does West Kirby Grammar School take?
West Kirby Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is West Kirby Grammar School?
West Kirby Grammar School is in Wirral, CH48 5DP, in the Wirral local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does West Kirby Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, West Kirby Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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