Severndale Specialist Academy
URN: 140531 • Shrewsbury SY2 5SH
Overview
- Name
- Severndale Specialist Academy
- URN
- 140531
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LEARNING COMMUNITY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 42.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Lee (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01743563333
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodcote Way, Shrewsbury SY2 5SH
Summary
Severndale Specialist Academy is a mixed academy located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, catering to 414 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 375. As a specialist converter academy, it focuses on providing tailored educational support for students with special educational needs. The school aims to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Severndale is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, ensuring that each individual receives the necessary support to achieve their potential. The academy emphasizes personal development, well-being, and life skills, preparing students for future independence and success. With a significant percentage of pupils (42.3%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the challenges faced by its community and fostering a supportive atmosphere.
Severndale Specialist Academy values collaboration with parents and the wider community, recognizing the importance of partnership in enhancing student outcomes. The school encourages active involvement from families, creating a strong support network that contributes to the overall development of its pupils. For more information, visit their website at www.severndaleacademy.co.uk.
The curriculum at Severndale is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, ensuring that each individual receives the necessary support to achieve their potential. The academy emphasizes personal development, well-being, and life skills, preparing students for future independence and success. With a significant percentage of pupils (42.3%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the challenges faced by its community and fostering a supportive atmosphere.
Severndale Specialist Academy values collaboration with parents and the wider community, recognizing the importance of partnership in enhancing student outcomes. The school encourages active involvement from families, creating a strong support network that contributes to the overall development of its pupils. For more information, visit their website at www.severndaleacademy.co.uk.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEN Information Report (sen)
- VIEW OUR CALENDAR (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Christmas Holiday Support & Information for Severndale Families (download)
- Easter Holiday Support & Information for Severndale Families (download)
- February Half Term Holiday Support & Information for Severndale Families (download)
- Summer Holiday Support & Information for Severndale Families (download)
- COOKIE POLICY (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Condover College Limited (70.2)
- The Henslow and Evolution School (55.6)
- Mill Hall School (53.1)
- Tuition, Medical and Behaviour Support Service (51.7)
- Shrewsbury School (50.2)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LEARNING COMMUNITY TRUST
- Capacity
- 375
- Pupils
- 414
- Boys
- 306
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 42.30
- Open date
- 2014-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 414 | 306 | 108 | 375 | 42.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 414 | 305 | 109 | 375 | 39.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 406 | 298 | 108 | 375 | 35.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 406 | 298 | 108 | 375 | 35.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 421 | 310 | 111 | 375 | 36.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 407 | 296 | 111 | 375 | 30.40 |
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