The Birchwood School building in the sunshine
Birchwood School · Warrington

Inspiring a better future

A small, nurturing school where every young person is helped to find their voice, grow in confidence and reach their full potential.

Ofsted · June 2025
Good school with Outstanding behaviour & attitudes
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Two students working together in a classroom Gingerbread biscuits baked by students
GoodOfsted, June 2025 – Outstanding behaviour & attitudes
Welcome

Welcome to Birchwood School

We put each pupil at the centre of everything we do – their emotional and social development matters just as much as their academic progress.

Every young person who joins us has an Education, Health and Care Plan, and we build a learning package around their individual needs, strengths and interests. Small groups and a caring team mean nobody gets lost.

  • A bespoke education package for every pupil
  • Support for autism, communication needs and learning difficulties
  • Close partnership with families and local authorities
Our RAISE values
Our RAISE values

The values behind everything we do

Respect, Aspire, Integrity, Support and Empower are at the heart of school life.

R

Respect

We treat everyone with dignity, listen carefully and value differences.

A

Aspire

We set ambitious goals and work towards personal and collective success.

I

Integrity

We act honestly, make responsible choices and do what is right.

S

Support

We lift each other up, show kindness and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.

E

Empower

We build confidence, independence and the belief that every learner can succeed.

18Dedicated staff
5Core subjects
20+Years’ leadership experience
GoodOfsted rating, June 2025
Take a look inside

See Birchwood in action

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What people say

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Referrals

Thinking about a placement at Birchwood?

We work closely with local authorities and families, and every referral is screened and assessed carefully so each child is matched to the right support from the start.

How referrals work