Shrewsbury School
URN: 123608 • Shrewsbury SY3 7BA
Overview
- Name
- Shrewsbury School
- URN
- 123608
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leo Winkley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01743280500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Schools, Shrewsbury SY3 7BA
Summary
Shrewsbury School is a co-educational independent school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, catering to pupils aged 13-18. With a current enrolment of 826 students and a capacity of 900, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to nurture each pupil's intellectual, active, expressive, and reflective abilities. This model, known as "whole person education," is designed to empower students to thrive academically and personally.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community, where each student is encouraged to discover their unique talents and interests. Shrewsbury School has received recognition as the Independent School of the Year 2020, highlighting its commitment to community engagement and the positive impact its pupils have on the wider community.
Located on the banks of the River Severn, Shrewsbury School offers exceptional facilities and a vibrant co-curricular programme, ensuring a balanced and enriching educational experience. The school's house system further enhances the sense of belonging, providing a nurturing environment for students to relax, make friends, and grow.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community, where each student is encouraged to discover their unique talents and interests. Shrewsbury School has received recognition as the Independent School of the Year 2020, highlighting its commitment to community engagement and the positive impact its pupils have on the wider community.
Located on the banks of the River Severn, Shrewsbury School offers exceptional facilities and a vibrant co-curricular programme, ensuring a balanced and enriching educational experience. The school's house system further enhances the sense of belonging, providing a nurturing environment for students to relax, make friends, and grow.
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Nearby alternatives
- Condover College Limited (70.2)
- The Henslow and Evolution School (55.6)
- Mill Hall School (53.1)
- Tuition, Medical and Behaviour Support Service (51.7)
- Harlescott House School (49.2)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 12 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 826
- Boys
- 497
- Girls
- 329
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1936-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 826 | 497 | 329 | 900 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 839 | 521 | 318 | 900 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 817 | 535 | 282 | 900 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 817 | 535 | 282 | 900 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 819 | 538 | 281 | 900 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 810 | 546 | 264 | 900 | 0.00 |
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