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Birkenhead Park School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Birkenhead Park School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Birkenhead, Wirral , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 767 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

767

Pupils

750

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Birkenhead Park School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Birkenhead Park School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wirral. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 767 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wirral before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Birkenhead Park School — School Information

Full address
Park Road South, Birkenhead, CH43 4UY
Local authority
Wirral
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
65.2% of pupils
DfE URN
136411

Other Secondary Schools in Birkenhead

If Birkenhead Park School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birkenhead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Birkenhead Park School

Is Birkenhead Park School oversubscribed?

Yes — Birkenhead Park School currently has 767 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Birkenhead Park School?

Admission to Birkenhead Park School is managed by Wirral. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Birkenhead Park School cover?

Birkenhead Park School is a secondary school in Birkenhead, Wirral, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Birkenhead Park School?

Birkenhead Park School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.