Meole Brace School

URN: 146146 • Shrewsbury SY3 9DW

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Seema Purewal (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01743235961
Website
Visit
Address
Longden Road, Shrewsbury SY3 9DW

Summary

Meole Brace School, located in Shrewsbury, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,340 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,215. Established in 1956, the school serves the South Shrewsbury and Bayston Hill areas and is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community. The school's ethos is built around its core values of Learning, Respect, and Success, which guide the academic and personal development of its students.

The curriculum at Meole Brace is broad and balanced, covering Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Students study a core set of subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a selection of option subjects. The school also prioritises extra-curricular activities, offering a range of opportunities in drama, music, and sports, while ensuring that students receive essential education in careers and personal development.

Meole Brace School prides itself on its strong pastoral support system, which works closely with the Special Educational Needs department to help all students thrive. The school maintains a positive reputation within the community and has received commendations for its safe and respectful environment, reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TRUSTED SCHOOLS ALLIANCE
Capacity
1215
Pupils
1340
Boys
720
Girls
620
FSM %
19.00
Open date
2019-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1340 720 620 1215 19.00
2024-09-11 1351 702 649 1215 18.50
2023-09-11 1294 686 608 1215 13.90
2022-09-11 1294 686 608 1215 13.90
2021-09-11 1282 688 594 1215 11.50
2020-09-11 1253 655 598 1215 9.60

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