Birchwood School
Birchwood School is an independent special school in Warrington for pupils aged 5 to 19. It has 35 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Birchwood School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Ainscough Road Birchwood Warrington WA3 7PW |
| Phone | 01925202448 |
| Reference Number | 148566 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 35 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 74.29%
Girls: 25.71% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Birchwood School is a newly established independent special school that is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed material changes are approved. The school provides a well-structured curriculum tailored to the needs of key stage 1 pupils, particularly those with cognition and learning needs. There is a strong emphasis on promoting pupils' personal, social, health, and economic education alongside the academic curriculum, ensuring that students develop essential skills for independence. With clear strategies for monitoring progress, the school aims to support its pupils effectively as they transition through the education system.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Dec 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 10 Oct 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Jun 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 May 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Appropriate curriculum aligned with the national curriculum for key stage 1.
- Strong focus on personal, social, health and economic education.
- Clear steps in learning and progress monitoring in place.
- Effective recruitment and induction processes for staff.
- Rigorous arrangements for safeguarding and health and safety.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Birchwood School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Birchwood School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Birchwood School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Birchwood School last inspected by Ofsted?
Birchwood School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Birchwood School have?
Birchwood School has 35 pupils on roll.
What age range does Birchwood School cover?
Birchwood School for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is Birchwood School?
Birchwood School is at Ainscough Road, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 7PW.
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