Birkenhead is a charming town on the Wirral Peninsula in Northwest England, offering a great quality of life for families. With a strong focus on education, the town is home to a range of schools, including primaries, secondaries, and academies. The town's cultural scene is vibrant, with numerous parks, museums, and historical landmarks to explore. Birkenhead is also known for its safety, making it an attractive destination for families.

Known for Historic Hamilton Square, Birkenhead Park, Wirral Museum, Mersey Ferry terminal

Climate Temperate maritime with cool winters and mild summers

Cost of Living Moderate

Family Friendly Excellent parks, safe environment, and good public transport links make Birkenhead a great place for families.

Education in Birkenhead

Birkenhead has a range of schools, including 20 listed on our platform, offering diverse educational options for families.
The town is served by the Wirral Metropolitan College, providing further education opportunities.
Birkenhead School is a notable independent school in the area, known for its academic excellence.

Did you know? Birkenhead Park is a significant landmark, being the first publicly funded park in the world, designed by Joseph Paxton in 1847.

Schools in Birkenhead

Birkenhead Park School

Rock Ferry Primary School

Co-op Academy Portland

Bedford Drive Primary School

Bidston Avenue Primary School

Birkenhead Christ Church CofE Primary School

Devonshire Park Primary School

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Horizons Independent School

IMPACT Northwest Schools

Kilgarth School

Our Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Prenton High School for Girls

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School

The Priory Parish CofE Primary School

Well Lane Primary School

Wirral Wrap

Woodchurch Road Academy

Woodlands Primary School

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