Birchwood School
School summary
Birchwood School is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider, with around 38 pupils on roll in Warrington. This intimate scale, overseen by headteacher Mrs Deb Chappel, means a co-educational setting where pupils are likely to be known well by staff. As an independent school inspected by the ISI, it offers entry at age 11. Families drawn to a close-knit environment rather than a large institution may find the size particularly appealing.
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Teaching & academics
Birchwood operates an 11+ entry point at age 11, the standard transition age for senior school. With such a small roll, teaching is likely to take place in small groups, allowing close attention to individual pupils.
Head · Mrs Deb Chappel
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A genuinely small, mixed independent school in Warrington for families who value a personal, well-known setting over scale.
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Birchwood School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.