Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery
URN: 135789 • Shrewsbury SY3 9HG
Overview
- Name
- Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery
- URN
- 135789
- 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
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Henry Bray (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01743351027
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Shrewsbury SY3 9HG
Summary
Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery is a voluntary controlled school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, accommodating 444 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school, which amalgamated in 2009 from two separate institutions, is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment underpinned by its Christian ethos. The school’s vision, "Let your light shine," reflects its dedication to helping students reach their full potential while promoting values of Community, Respect, and Perseverance.
The curriculum at Meole Brace is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating local, national, and international studies to enhance students' understanding of their community and the wider world. This approach aims to develop a strong sense of identity and inclusion among pupils, encouraging them to celebrate diversity and build resilience in overcoming challenges.
Parental involvement is highly valued, with the school encouraging collaboration between families and staff to enhance the educational experience. The school boasts ample outdoor space, modern facilities, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
The curriculum at Meole Brace is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating local, national, and international studies to enhance students' understanding of their community and the wider world. This approach aims to develop a strong sense of identity and inclusion among pupils, encouraging them to celebrate diversity and build resilience in overcoming challenges.
Parental involvement is highly valued, with the school encouraging collaboration between families and staff to enhance the educational experience. The school boasts ample outdoor space, modern facilities, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
Useful links
- Admissions page (other)
- Christian (other)
- Contact Page (other)
- Headteacher Newsletters (other)
- "Let your light shine" (Matthew 5.16) (other)
- here (other)
- Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust (other)
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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 444
- Boys
- 238
- Girls
- 206
- FSM %
- 19.90
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- 2025-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 444 | 238 | 206 | 420 | 19.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 445 | 247 | 198 | 420 | 20.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 449 | 244 | 205 | 420 | 22.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 449 | 244 | 205 | 420 | 22.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 427 | 228 | 199 | 420 | 22.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 405 | 211 | 194 | 390 | 17.10 |
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