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Woodchurch High School
Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, Wirral, Merseyside, CH49 7NG, Wirral
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
26.6 / 100
Bottom 27%
Better than 27% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,415
Capacity
1,405
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in GCSE attainment where it ranks in the top 87% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 84% recommending the school, although the percentage of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths is at 52%, which may be a consideration for prospective families. The school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16, making it a viable option for those seeking a well-rounded education.
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Last inspected: 24 June 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 37.9 | Bottom 13% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 52% | Bottom 16% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 28% | Bottom 13% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 44% | Bottom 45% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 20% | Bottom 45% UK |
Parent View (176 responses)
★★★★4.1
Good range of subjects
96%
School has high expectations
92%
Good range of extra-curricular
90%
Progress is communicated
90%
My child feels safe
89%
My child makes good progress
88%
School keeps me informed
87%
Behaviour is good
86%
My child is happy
86%
I'd recommend this school
84%
School supports development
79%
School responds to concerns
64%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.7%
Asian Chinese2.0%
Black African1.1%
Mixed Other0.9%
White Other0.9%
Other0.8%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
Asian Indian0.3%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Black Other0.1%
Location
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53.37553, -3.07583 · CH49 7NG
School details
Local authorityWirral
RegionNorth West
URN138853
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.woodchurchhigh.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Woodchurch High School rated by Ofsted?
Woodchurch High School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 June 2025.
Is Woodchurch High School a good school?
Woodchurch High School scores 26.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 27% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Woodchurch High School?
Based on 176 Ofsted Parent View responses, Woodchurch High School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Woodchurch High School in GCSEs?
Woodchurch High School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 37.9. 52% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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