William Brookes School

URN: 139769 • Much Wenlock TF13 6NB

Overview

Name
William Brookes School
URN
139769
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE 3-18 EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Shaw (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01952728900
Website
Visit
Address
Farley Road, Much Wenlock TF13 6NB

Summary

William Brookes School is a mixed secondary academy located in Much Wenlock, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 820 students and a capacity of 932. The school is committed to fostering an environment where students are encouraged to "be the best that you can be," promoting values of kindness, friendship, and respect among its community.

The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to support academic excellence while catering to the individual needs of its pupils. With a focus on teaching and learning, William Brookes School aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges. The school also places importance on community involvement, encouraging students to engage with local initiatives and develop a sense of belonging.

William Brookes School actively supports its students, including those eligible for free school meals, who make up approximately 18.9% of the student body. The school invites prospective families to attend open evenings and days to explore the opportunities available and learn more about the supportive environment it offers. For more information, visit their website at http://williambrookes.com/.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE 3-18 EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
932
Pupils
820
Boys
413
Girls
407
FSM %
18.90
Open date
2013-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 820 413 407 932 18.90
2024-09-11 903 442 461 932 17.90
2023-09-11 951 465 486 932 12.60
2022-09-11 951 465 486 948 12.60
2021-09-11 944 461 483 948 10.40
2020-09-11 937 451 486 948 7.20

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