2026 Best Secondary Schools in Wirral Area

Wirral secondary schools include several selective grammar schools serving families across West Kirby, Bebington, Birkenhead, and Wallasey. Wirral Grammar School for Girls, West Kirby Grammar School, and Upton Hall School FCJ are among the top-performing options in this selective system. Secondary schools have an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.7/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). With 11 secondary schools across the peninsula, families have access to both competitive grammar schools and inclusive comprehensives, with the majority offering sixth form provision for students continuing to age 18. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.