Beckbury CofE Primary School
URN: 123460 • Shifnal TF11 9DQ
Overview
- Name
- Beckbury CofE Primary School
- URN
- 123460
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Gaskin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01952750287
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Beckbury, Shifnal TF11 9DQ
Summary
Beckbury Church of England Primary School, located in Shifnal, Shropshire, serves a small, mixed-gender student body of 57 pupils. The school operates as a voluntary controlled institution and is part of The Trinity Federation. It is situated in a rural setting, providing a nurturing environment that emphasizes independence, kindness, and respect among students. The school is committed to fostering a family atmosphere where children feel secure and motivated to learn.
The curriculum at Beckbury CE Primary School is designed to engage students actively, with a strong focus on outdoor learning and environmental stewardship. The school features extensive grounds, including a vegetable garden, wildlife area, and playgrounds, which are maintained by the children. This hands-on approach encourages students to take responsibility for their surroundings and promotes a sense of community.
Beckbury CE Primary School is deeply integrated into the local parish community, serving families from surrounding areas. The school values parental involvement and offers a supportive environment, as reflected in positive testimonials from parents about the care and integration their children receive. Currently, the school is undergoing a consultation process regarding a potential conversion to academy status, which may further enhance its educational offerings.
The curriculum at Beckbury CE Primary School is designed to engage students actively, with a strong focus on outdoor learning and environmental stewardship. The school features extensive grounds, including a vegetable garden, wildlife area, and playgrounds, which are maintained by the children. This hands-on approach encourages students to take responsibility for their surroundings and promotes a sense of community.
Beckbury CE Primary School is deeply integrated into the local parish community, serving families from surrounding areas. The school values parental involvement and offers a supportive environment, as reflected in positive testimonials from parents about the care and integration their children receive. Currently, the school is undergoing a consultation process regarding a potential conversion to academy status, which may further enhance its educational offerings.
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Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 57
- Boys
- 35
- Girls
- 22
- FSM %
- 8.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-04-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 57 | 35 | 22 | 56 | 8.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 52 | 27 | 25 | 56 | 4.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 60 | 37 | 23 | 56 | 3.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 60 | 37 | 23 | 56 | 3.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 52 | 31 | 21 | 56 | 2.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 53 | 32 | 21 | 56 | 2.20 |
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