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Schools in CH43

A postcode district in Wirral

  • Postcode district
  • 29 schools and nurseries

In short: CH43 is a postcode district in Wirral with 13 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2913 primary · 7 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CH43

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All CH43 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CH43

13 in CH43, best first

Townfield Primary School

Wirral, CH43 2LH · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

49 first choices, 53 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
4.2%
Pupils
487
Pupils per teacher
26.0
View school Townfield Primary School

Birkenhead High School Academy

Prenton, CH43 1TY · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

163 first choices, 116 offers made

Met the standard at 1161%

England 62%

Days missed
6.9%
Pupils
1,226
Pupils per teacher
16.8
View school Birkenhead High School Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in CH43

7 in CH43, best first

St Anselm's College

Prenton, CH43 1UQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

155 first choices, 157 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1663.1

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,002
Pupils per teacher
17.3
View school St Anselm's College

Birkenhead High School Academy

Prenton, CH43 1TY · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

163 first choices, 116 offers made

Met the standard at 1161%

England 62%

Days missed
6.9%
Pupils
1,226
Pupils per teacher
16.8
View school Birkenhead High School Academy

Birkenhead Park School

Birkenhead, CH43 4UY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results below the England average.

132 first choices, 152 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.1

England 46.2

Days missed
6.9%
Pupils
731
Pupils per teacher
15.0
View school Birkenhead Park School
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Nurseries in CH43

12 in CH43, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in CH43

4 in CH43, by the school's Eduscope score

St Anselm's College

Prenton, CH43 1UQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

155 first choices, 157 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1663.1

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,002
Pupils per teacher
17.3
View school St Anselm's College

Birkenhead High School Academy

Prenton, CH43 1TY · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

163 first choices, 116 offers made

Met the standard at 1161%

England 62%

Days missed
6.9%
Pupils
1,226
Pupils per teacher
16.8
View school Birkenhead High School Academy

Special Schools in CH43

2 in CH43. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Observatory School

Prenton, CH43 7QT · Special · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
29.9%
Pupils
174
Pupils per teacher
6.7
View school The Observatory School

Wirral Wrap

Birkenhead, CH43 9LB · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Wirral Wrap

Private Schools in CH43

2 in CH43. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Wirral Wrap

Birkenhead, CH43 9LB · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Wirral Wrap

Birkenhead School

Prenton, CH43 2JD · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
892
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Birkenhead School
The map

Every school in CH43, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Prenton Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaSt Peter's Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Paul's Catholic Primary School, Needs attention in 5 areasRidgeway High School, GoodBirkenhead School, InspectedThe Observatory School, Good in every areaBidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasBirkenhead High School Academy, GoodBirkenhead Park School, Expected standard or betterSt Anselm's College, GoodTownfield Primary School, GoodBirkenhead Sixth Form College, OutstandingSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead, GoodWirral Wrap, GoodCo-op Academy Hillside, Expected standard or betterManor Primary School, Requires improvementOxton St Saviour's CofE Primary School, GoodLittle Learners Nursery, GoodThe Learning Tree Nursery, GoodPartou Oxton Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodDaisy & Jake Day Nursery, GoodPartou Upton Day Nursery & Pre-School, Expected standard in every areaWirral Montessori Nursery, GoodCosy Corner Day Nursery, GoodPartou Park Wood Day Nursery & Forest School, GoodPartou Butterflies Day Nursery & Pre-School, Requires improvementEm's Stars Pre-School at St Joseph's PrimaryBirkenhead School Nursery, GoodPrenton Penguins
  • Outstanding1
  • Good16
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet10
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CH43 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CH43 has 29 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CH43

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How many schools are in CH43?

CH43 has 29 schools, including 13 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 12 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CH43?

The highest-ranked schools in CH43 on Eduscope are St Anselm's College, Townfield Primary School, Birkenhead High School Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in CH43?

There are 2 independent schools in CH43. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CH43 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CH43?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in CH43 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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