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
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/.
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/.
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Nearby alternatives
- Oxon CofE Primary School (78.3)
- St Peter's CofE Primary School (78.0)
- Woodfield Infant School (76.8)
- Longnor CofE Primary School (72.7)
- Coleham Primary School (71.8)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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