Wrekin College
URN: 123610 • Telford TF1 3BH
Overview
- Name
- Wrekin College
- URN
- 123610
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Toby Spence (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01952265600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sutherland Road, Telford TF1 3BH
Summary
Wrekin College is an independent co-educational school located in Telford, catering to pupils aged 4 to 18. With a current enrolment of 517 students and a capacity of 650, the school emphasizes a holistic educational experience that prioritises individual growth and academic excellence. The curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire students, fostering independent thinking and personal development.
Central to Wrekin College's ethos is a strong pastoral care system, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, supported, and valued within the school community. The school aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who are confident and equipped with the skills necessary for future success. This supportive environment encourages students to explore their passions through a wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, sports, and outdoor education.
Wrekin College prides itself on its inclusive community, where every child is known and valued. The school's unique approach, referred to as "The Wrekin Way," focuses on helping students discover their strengths and achieve their personal best, preparing them for life beyond school.
Central to Wrekin College's ethos is a strong pastoral care system, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, supported, and valued within the school community. The school aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who are confident and equipped with the skills necessary for future success. This supportive environment encourages students to explore their passions through a wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, sports, and outdoor education.
Wrekin College prides itself on its inclusive community, where every child is known and valued. The school's unique approach, referred to as "The Wrekin Way," focuses on helping students discover their strengths and achieve their personal best, preparing them for life beyond school.
Useful links
- Wrekin Senior (sen)
- Information for Senior and Sixth Parents (sen)
- Senior and Sixth policies (sen)
- Wrekin Senior (sen)
- About Senior (sen)
- Credentials (sen)
- Academic (sen)
- Year 7-8 (sen)
- Senior Life (sen)
- Houses (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Thomas Telford School (66.7)
- The Bridge at HLC (59.8)
- Haughton School (56.8)
- Overley Hall School (55.3)
- Amberleigh Therapeutic School (53.8)
Key details
- LA
- Telford and Wrekin
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 650
- Pupils
- 517
- Boys
- 309
- Girls
- 208
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1937-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 517 | 309 | 208 | 650 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 551 | 315 | 236 | 650 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 537 | 318 | 219 | 650 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 537 | 318 | 219 | 650 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 501 | 303 | 198 | 500 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 484 | 286 | 198 | 500 | 0.00 |
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