Smallbrook School
URN: 134000 • Nr.Wem SY4 3HE
Overview
- Name
- Smallbrook School
- URN
- 134000
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lyndsay Grove-Guy (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01939233042
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Units 1 - 4, Nr.Wem SY4 3HE
Summary
Smallbrook School is an independent special school located in Nr. Wem, Shropshire, catering to students with complex needs, including behavioural, emotional, and social challenges. With a current enrolment of 75 pupils and a capacity of 95, the school emphasizes a nurturing environment through smaller class sizes and often one-to-one support. This approach fosters a safe space for students to reengage with their education.
The curriculum at Smallbrook School is tailored to meet individual student needs, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. Students have access to vocational training courses in areas such as motor vehicle maintenance, catering, construction, and hairdressing, which are designed to provide nationally accredited qualifications. The school adopts a person-centred approach, working closely with families and caregivers to develop personalized learning and support plans.
Situated in the heart of the Shropshire countryside, Smallbrook School promotes a strong sense of community and belonging. The school’s ethos is built around high expectations and a commitment to helping students achieve their best outcomes, both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Smallbrook School is tailored to meet individual student needs, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. Students have access to vocational training courses in areas such as motor vehicle maintenance, catering, construction, and hairdressing, which are designed to provide nationally accredited qualifications. The school adopts a person-centred approach, working closely with families and caregivers to develop personalized learning and support plans.
Situated in the heart of the Shropshire countryside, Smallbrook School promotes a strong sense of community and belonging. The school’s ethos is built around high expectations and a commitment to helping students achieve their best outcomes, both academically and socially.
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- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- About Us (other)
- Policies (other)
- Contact Us (other)
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- Referrals and admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Condover College Limited (70.2)
- The White House School (63.7)
- Serene House School (62.7)
- Derwen College (60.2)
- The Stubbs (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 7 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 95
- Pupils
- 75
- Boys
- 60
- Girls
- 15
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2002-11-12
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 75 | 60 | 15 | 95 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 64 | 49 | 15 | 95 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 33 | 19 | 14 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 33 | 19 | 14 | 50 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 39 | 22 | 17 | 50 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 41 | 26 | 15 | 50 | 0.00 |
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