Mereside Church of England Primary School
URN: 135788 • Shrewsbury SY2 6LE
Overview
- Name
- Mereside Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 135788
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Holmes (since 2025) , Head
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Mereside, Shrewsbury SY2 6LE
Summary
Mereside Church of England Primary School, located in Shrewsbury, is a voluntary controlled school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 306 students and a capacity of 350, the school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, reflecting its commitment to the values of the Church of England.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of all students, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. Mereside CE Primary prioritises a holistic approach to learning, integrating spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education into its teaching practices. The school also provides various support services to ensure that all pupils, including those eligible for free school meals, receive the assistance they need to thrive.
As a community-focused institution, Mereside CE Primary School actively engages with families and local organisations, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration. This partnership with parents and the wider community enhances the educational experience, ensuring that every child is well-prepared for their future.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of all students, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. Mereside CE Primary prioritises a holistic approach to learning, integrating spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education into its teaching practices. The school also provides various support services to ensure that all pupils, including those eligible for free school meals, receive the assistance they need to thrive.
As a community-focused institution, Mereside CE Primary School actively engages with families and local organisations, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration. This partnership with parents and the wider community enhances the educational experience, ensuring that every child is well-prepared for their future.
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Nearby alternatives
- Oxon CofE Primary School (78.3)
- St Peter's CofE Primary School (78.0)
- Woodfield Infant School (76.8)
- Longnor CofE Primary School (72.7)
- Coleham Primary School (71.8)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 350
- Pupils
- 306
- Boys
- 138
- Girls
- 168
- FSM %
- 13.40
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- 2019-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 350 | 13.40 |
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