Mary Webb School and Science College

URN: 123577 • Shrewsbury SY5 0TG

Overview

Name
Mary Webb School and Science College
URN
123577
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Lowe-Werrell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Pontesbury, Shrewsbury SY5 0TG

Summary

Mary Webb School and Science College is a mixed community secondary school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 549 pupils and a capacity of 604. The school aims to create an engaging and supportive learning environment, fostering inquisitive and confident learners. The ethos of the school is built on high expectations, mutual respect, and personal responsibility, encouraging students to achieve their individual goals.

The curriculum at Mary Webb School is designed to be inclusive and innovative, with a strong emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education. The school provides varied opportunities for students to develop essential communication skills and engage in challenging, relevant, and enjoyable learning experiences.

In addition to academic support, the school prioritises personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE) through its “@MWS” initiative, which offers an interactive online platform for students. The dedicated staff at Mary Webb School are committed to nurturing individual character and fostering a collaborative community, ensuring that all members feel valued and supported.

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Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
604
Pupils
549
Boys
289
Girls
260
FSM %
6.70
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2018-12-31
Last Ofsted
2015-05-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 549 289 260 604 6.70
2024-09-11 549 289 260 604 6.70
2023-09-11 549 289 260 604 6.70
2022-09-11 549 289 260 604 6.70
2021-09-11 549 289 260 604 6.70
2020-09-11 549 289 260 604 6.70

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