The Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) has formally approved the arrangements for Birkenhead High School to transition to independent academy status.

With the arrangements now approved, the school will move into the implementation phase, leading to the opening of the Academy in September.

As part of this, a Design User Group will be established to consider the improvements which will be made to BHS’s facilities to fully deliver its educational vision. The initial allocation for this project is in the region of £11m.

Mrs Carole Evans, Headmistress and Principal Designate, said:

“We are all delighted at this news. Our first year as an independent academy will be an exciting year for all involved, and we are looking forward to building on our traditional ethos and aspirational culture to remain a centre of excellence for many years to come.”

What Birkenhead High School offers you and your daughter

A tradition of excellence, aspiration and achievement and a commitment to bring out the best in your daughter, wherever her talents lie.

An ‘all-through’ education from Nursery to Sixth Form which gives your daughter the opportunity to develop in a warm, caring and consistent environment dedicated to excellence.

The security, support and sharing of best practice that comes with being part of the GDST family of schools, including innovative career programmes, cross-GDST sports competitions, and the Minerva Network for Sixth Formers and alumnae.

The benefits of an all girls’ environment, where staff tailor their teaching to how girls learn, girls themselves provide leadership and positive role models, and where your daughter will be supported to follow the widest possible range of subjects or careers, free from gender stereotyping.

Plenty of chances to enjoy sports, drama, enterprise and leadership activities so your daughter will grow to become a healthy, well-balanced individual.

Particular opportunities for your daughter to develop her full musical potential and her mathematical abilities, and to capitalise on the connections between the two.