Minsterley Primary School

URN: 123383 • Shrewsbury SY5 0BE

Overview

Name
Minsterley Primary School
URN
123383
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katie Wilcox (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01743791398
Website
Visit
Address
Minsterley, Shrewsbury SY5 0BE

Summary

Minsterley Primary School is a community school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 181 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 161. Founded in 1843 by the Marquess of Bath, the school has a long-standing tradition of providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for children from diverse backgrounds. The school’s ethos is centred around three core values: being ready, respectful, and safe, which are integrated into daily school life.

The curriculum at Minsterley Primary School is designed to foster long-term memory retention through spaced repetition and active learning. Emphasising British values, the school aims to instil principles such as democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect among its pupils. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Miss Katie Wilcox, are committed to helping children reach their full potential as independent and confident learners.

Minsterley Primary School also maintains strong ties with the local community, including excellent links with Minsterley Parish Church. The school offers various opportunities for parental involvement and engagement, ensuring a supportive environment for both students and families. For more information, visit their website at https://minsterleyschool.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
161
Pupils
181
Boys
85
Girls
96
FSM %
27.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 181 85 96 161 27.90
2024-09-11 138 60 78 161 31.20
2023-09-11 146 75 71 161 25.30
2022-09-11 146 75 71 161 25.30
2021-09-11 138 69 69 161 19.70
2020-09-11 143 77 66 161 18.90

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