St John the Baptist CofE (Controlled) Primary School and Nursery
URN: 123498 • Shrewsbury SY4 1LA
Overview
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Ball (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01939260445
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Street, Shrewsbury SY4 1LA
Summary
St John the Baptist CofE Primary School and Nursery, located in Ruyton XI Towns, Shrewsbury, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to children aged 2 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 116 pupils and a capacity of 140, the school prides itself on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, emphasising 'Love, Hope, and Respect,' which guide the educational experience and community interactions.
The school offers a high-quality curriculum supported by an outstanding nursery and Early Years provision, as recognised by Ofsted in 2019. St John the Baptist CE Primary School is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring tailored learning experiences that promote individual potential. The school is part of the Bomere and the XI Towns Federation and has recently joined the Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust, enhancing collaborative opportunities for staff and students.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with strong relationships between staff, parents, and carers. The school actively encourages parental involvement in celebrating achievements and supporting children's development, ensuring a holistic educational experience.
The school offers a high-quality curriculum supported by an outstanding nursery and Early Years provision, as recognised by Ofsted in 2019. St John the Baptist CE Primary School is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring tailored learning experiences that promote individual potential. The school is part of the Bomere and the XI Towns Federation and has recently joined the Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust, enhancing collaborative opportunities for staff and students.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with strong relationships between staff, parents, and carers. The school actively encourages parental involvement in celebrating achievements and supporting children's development, ensuring a holistic educational experience.
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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
- 140
- Pupils
- 116
- Boys
- 58
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 8.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 116 | 58 | 58 | 140 | 8.40 |
2024-09-11 | 102 | 47 | 55 | 140 | 12.40 |
2023-09-11 | 92 | 47 | 45 | 140 | 16.30 |
2022-09-11 | 92 | 47 | 45 | 140 | 16.30 |
2021-09-11 | 90 | 44 | 46 | 140 | 11.00 |
2020-09-11 | 96 | 51 | 45 | 140 | 5.80 |
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