Meole Brace School
URN: 123573 • Shrewsbury SY3 9DW
Overview
- Name
- Meole Brace School
- URN
- 123573
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 70.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alan Doust (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Longden Road, Shrewsbury SY3 9DW
Summary
Meole Brace School is a mixed community secondary school located in Shrewsbury, serving approximately 1,223 students with a capacity of 1,215. Founded in 1956, the school has established a strong reputation within the local community, focusing on the academic, personal, and social development of its students. The school's ethos is built around the core values of Learning, Respect, and Success, fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at Meole Brace is broad and balanced, covering Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Students study a common core of subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside options in various disciplines. The school also places a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, offering numerous opportunities in drama, music, and sports, which enhance the overall educational experience.
Meole Brace School prides itself on being inclusive, with a dedicated pastoral support team and a Special Educational Needs department to assist all students. The school collaborates with local educational providers, ensuring a comprehensive support network for students, particularly those continuing their education beyond the age of 16.
The curriculum at Meole Brace is broad and balanced, covering Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Students study a common core of subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside options in various disciplines. The school also places a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, offering numerous opportunities in drama, music, and sports, which enhance the overall educational experience.
Meole Brace School prides itself on being inclusive, with a dedicated pastoral support team and a Special Educational Needs department to assist all students. The school collaborates with local educational providers, ensuring a comprehensive support network for students, particularly those continuing their education beyond the age of 16.
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Nearby alternatives
- Belvidere School (74.3)
- The Thomas Adams School, Wem (68.1)
- The Thomas Adams School (65.0)
- Mary Webb School and Science College (63.0)
- The Priory School (61.9)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1215
- Pupils
- 1223
- Boys
- 642
- Girls
- 581
- FSM %
- 7.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-03-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1223 | 642 | 581 | 1215 | 7.10 |
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