Sir John Talbot's School

URN: 141176 • Whitchurch SY13 2BY

Overview

Name
Sir John Talbot's School
URN
141176
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MARCHES ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tim Stonall (since 2025)
Telephone
01948660600
Website
Visit
Address
Prees Road, Whitchurch SY13 2BY

Summary

Sir John Talbot's School is a mixed secondary academy located in Whitchurch, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 873 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 791. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with 19.7% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to catering to diverse needs.

The curriculum at Sir John Talbot's is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, preparing students for their future pathways, including a range of A Level courses in the Sixth Form. The school promotes extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in various clubs and events that enhance their educational experience and foster community spirit.

The school actively engages with families and the local community, hosting events such as open evenings to showcase opportunities for prospective students. Sir John Talbot's School aims to create a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for success beyond their school years. For more information, visit their website at [sirjohntalbots.co.uk](http://www.sirjohntalbots.co.uk/).

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MARCHES ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
791
Pupils
873
Boys
447
Girls
426
FSM %
19.70
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 873 447 426 791 19.70
2024-09-11 850 431 419 791 20.20
2023-09-11 784 386 398 771 19.10
2022-09-11 784 386 398 771 19.10
2021-09-11 754 373 381 771 14.70
2020-09-11 690 344 346 771 14.20

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