William Shrewsbury Primary School
URN: 124132 • Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HE
Overview
- Name
- William Shrewsbury Primary School
- URN
- 124132
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 71.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bernadette Hunter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Church Road, Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HE
Summary
William Shrewsbury Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 673 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 578. The school aims to nurture children into well-rounded individuals, symbolised by the acorn emblem, which represents growth through care and support.
The school promotes a broad and balanced curriculum, enriched with engaging activities that encourage students to explore and expand their knowledge. Key educational principles include Building Learning Power, Personal, Social, Health and Emotional Education, and Growth Mindset, all designed to foster resilience and strong values among students.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Melanie Murfin and Deputy Headteacher Matt Runacus, William Shrewsbury Primary School prioritises the development of strong moral foundations through its Five Golden Rules. The school also offers various after-school clubs and community events to enhance student engagement and support family involvement in the educational journey.
The school promotes a broad and balanced curriculum, enriched with engaging activities that encourage students to explore and expand their knowledge. Key educational principles include Building Learning Power, Personal, Social, Health and Emotional Education, and Growth Mindset, all designed to foster resilience and strong values among students.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Melanie Murfin and Deputy Headteacher Matt Runacus, William Shrewsbury Primary School prioritises the development of strong moral foundations through its Five Golden Rules. The school also offers various after-school clubs and community events to enhance student engagement and support family involvement in the educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- Shobnall Primary School (74.8)
- All Saints CofE (C) Primary School (72.5)
- Needwood CofE VA Primary School (72.1)
- The Mosley Academy (72.1)
- Shobnall Primary & Nursery School (71.6)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 578
- Pupils
- 673
- Boys
- 320
- Girls
- 355
- FSM %
- 5.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-07-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 673 | 320 | 355 | 578 | 5.70 |
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