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Birkdale High School

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Birkdale High School

Windy Harbour Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 3DT

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Boys
Pupils
923
Ages
11-16
FSM
21.6%
Attainment 8
51.9
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2013

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
51.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
28.4%
Basics 9-5
57.4%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
77.8%
EBacc APS
4.90
EBacc 9-5
30.7%
EBacc 9-4
43.8%
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About Birkdale High School

Birkdale High School is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.9. The school has around 923 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Windy Harbour Road, Southport, PR8 3DT | More schools in Sefton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Birkdale High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2022 — School remains Good
  2. Nov 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Birkdale High School

What is Birkdale High School's Ofsted rating?
Birkdale High School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What are Birkdale High School's latest exam results?
Birkdale High School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Birkdale High School located?
Birkdale High School is a secondary school in Southport, Sefton (PR8 3DT).
How many pupils attend Birkdale High School?
Birkdale High School has around 923 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Birkdale High School with other schools?
View Birkdale High School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sefton.