Brackenwood Infant School
82%
Capacity
156
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Brackenwood Infant School
Brackenwood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 156 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 190 places).
the school is led by headteacher C Mervyn, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Brackenwood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 50 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brackenwood Infant School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Brackenwood Infant School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pulford Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH63 2HN |
| Headteacher | C Mervyn |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 156 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.3% |
| School Capacity | 156 / 190 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pulford Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH63 2HN
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