The Martin Wilson School
URN: 123447 • Shrewsbury SY1 2SP
Overview
- Name
- The Martin Wilson School
- URN
- 123447
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Purslow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01743236520
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- New Park Road, Shrewsbury SY1 2SP
Summary
The Martin Wilson School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 184 pupils and a capacity of 234. As a member of the Shine Academies Trust, the school is committed to fostering a positive and stimulating learning environment where every child is valued. The school’s ethos emphasizes that a happy child is a successful one, aiming to help students achieve their potential and become independent, lifelong learners.
The curriculum at The Martin Wilson School is designed to be engaging and inclusive, supporting the diverse needs of its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and personal development, ensuring that children feel safe and supported throughout their educational journey. Additional support services, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, are in place to assist those who require extra help.
Community involvement is encouraged, with various events and activities planned throughout the school year, such as parents' evenings and seasonal celebrations. The school’s commitment to collaboration, courage, and compassion reflects its dedication to creating a nurturing and inclusive community for all families.
The curriculum at The Martin Wilson School is designed to be engaging and inclusive, supporting the diverse needs of its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and personal development, ensuring that children feel safe and supported throughout their educational journey. Additional support services, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, are in place to assist those who require extra help.
Community involvement is encouraged, with various events and activities planned throughout the school year, such as parents' evenings and seasonal celebrations. The school’s commitment to collaboration, courage, and compassion reflects its dedication to creating a nurturing and inclusive community for all families.
Useful links
- Financial Benchmarking (other)
- School Performance (other)
- 01902 558715 (other)
- Learn More about Shine (other)
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
- 234
- Pupils
- 184
- Boys
- 87
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 37.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 184 | 87 | 97 | 234 | 37.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 201 | 96 | 105 | 234 | 43.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 212 | 109 | 103 | 234 | 42.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 212 | 109 | 103 | 234 | 42.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 234 | 36.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 226 | 119 | 107 | 234 | 33.70 |
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