Birchwood Community High School

A not judged academy converter school in Warrington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Birchwood Community High School.

Warrington, WA37PT Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
46.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.37
English & Maths grade 4+ %
51.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 54.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
10 December 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Brock Road
Birchwood
Warrington, WA37PT
Phone
1925853500
Website
birchwoodhigh.org/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139840
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Brock Road, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 7PT
Website
http://www.birchwoodhigh.org/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ONE COMMUNITY TRUST
Capacity
1050 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
913
Free School Meals
32.3% (295 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.5% (23 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
33.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
42.9
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.5
English Attainment 8:
8.8
Maths Attainment 8:
8.7
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.9
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.5
Ebacc English:
96.3%
Ebacc Entry:
3.1%
Ebacc Humanities:
71.4%
Ebacc Languages:
13.0%
Ebacc Maths:
98.1%
Ebacc Sciences:
96.9%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.37
Progress 8 Range:
-0.60 to -0.14

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
152
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
913 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Aspiration Knowledge Kindness

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Emma Mills states Birchwood is 100% committed to its students and aims to develop confident, independent learners with high aspirations and a kind heart. The school emphasizes leadership opportunities, a wide enrichment program (two sessions weekly for all students), and a community of passionate staff. The school is described as a 'centre of excellence' for student development and invites visitors to experience the community.

Facilities

public library sports centre with a 3G pitch

Curriculum Highlights

Personal Development (PEAK) programme including PSHE, RSHE, citizenship and careers for each year group. PEAK comprises Personal Growth, Enrichment, Awareness & Appreciation and Kindness & Respect for Others; content is age appropriate and linked to core values (KNOWLEDGE, ASPIRATION, KINDNESS). A broad, balanced curriculum with enrichment opportunities embedded in the school day; regular form-time sessions, deep learning days and external speakers.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

The Ancora Centre is the SEND base (SEND Base); it provides SEND support and documents available include The Ancora Centre Handbook and the SEND Information Report and SEND Policies; the school references Warrington Local Offer (Ask Ollie) for SEND information.

Admissions Criteria

Birchwood has its own admissions policy; applications are managed by Warrington Borough Council; see Admissions Policy 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The school notes admission timelines for upcoming intakes and that policy documents are available; intake for September 2026 opens September 2025 and closes October 31, 2025.

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