Derwen College
URN: 133173 • Oswestry SY11 3JA
Overview
- Name
- Derwen College
- URN
- 133173
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Meryl Green (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01691661234
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whittington Road, Oswestry SY11 3JA
Summary
Derwen College is a specialist post-16 institution located in Gobowen, Oswestry, Shropshire, catering to students aged 16-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The college offers both residential and day placements across its main campus and satellite sites in Ludlow, Telford, and Walford. With a capacity of 150 students, Derwen College aims to create a supportive and empowering environment that fosters independence and practical skills.
The curriculum at Derwen College includes various vocational pathways such as Horticulture, Hospitality, Retail and Enterprise, Performing Arts, and Work and Independence Skills. Students gain hands-on experience through real work settings, including a restaurant, café, garden centre, and charity shop, which help them develop essential life skills. The college also provides a range of leisure activities and clubs to promote social interaction and community engagement.
Derwen College was established in 1927 and continues to uphold a commitment to inclusivity and personal development. The college's ethos revolves around creating a positive atmosphere where students can thrive and prepare for life beyond education.
The curriculum at Derwen College includes various vocational pathways such as Horticulture, Hospitality, Retail and Enterprise, Performing Arts, and Work and Independence Skills. Students gain hands-on experience through real work settings, including a restaurant, café, garden centre, and charity shop, which help them develop essential life skills. The college also provides a range of leisure activities and clubs to promote social interaction and community engagement.
Derwen College was established in 1927 and continues to uphold a commitment to inclusivity and personal development. The college's ethos revolves around creating a positive atmosphere where students can thrive and prepare for life beyond education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Oswestry School Bellan House (45.2)
- Oswestry School (42.8)
- Moreton Hall School (39.9)
- Immanuel School (37.5)
- Queen's Park School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- College / FE residential accommodation
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 150 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 150 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 150 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 150 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 150 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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