William Shrewsbury Primary School

URN: 145097 • Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HE

Overview

Name
William Shrewsbury Primary School
URN
145097
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CENTRAL CO-OPERATIVE LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melanie Murfin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01283247490
Website
Visit
Address
Church Road, Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HE

Summary

William Shrewsbury Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 636 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 578. The school is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals, drawing inspiration from the acorn emblem, which symbolizes growth and resilience. The ethos emphasizes the importance of providing care and support to help children develop strong foundations in their personal and academic lives.

The curriculum at William Shrewsbury is broad and balanced, designed to engage students through exciting activities and enrichment opportunities. The school prioritizes values education, implementing Five Golden Rules that guide students in making positive choices. Additionally, the teaching of Building Learning Power, Personal, Social, Health and Emotional Education, and Growth Mindset equips children with essential skills for lifelong learning.

With a focus on community and inclusivity, the school serves a diverse population, with approximately 20.4% of pupils eligible for free school meals. Under the leadership of Headteacher Melanie Murfin and Deputy Headteacher Matt Runacus, William Shrewsbury Primary School aims to foster a supportive environment where every child can thrive.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CENTRAL CO-OPERATIVE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
578
Pupils
636
Boys
342
Girls
294
FSM %
20.40
Open date
2017-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 636 342 294 578 20.40
2024-09-11 660 347 313 578 16.70
2023-09-11 622 311 311 578 13.70
2022-09-11 622 311 311 578 13.70
2021-09-11 627 308 319 578 12.10
2020-09-11 631 312 319 578 7.00

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