The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 23.6 vs national 43.8)
- The school is nearly full at 92% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
23.6
20.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.57
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
26% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 12–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 826
- Capacity
- 92%
Governance
- Local authority
- Shropshire
- Head
- Mr Leo Winkley (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
The Schools, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 7BA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmShrewsbury High School GDST
Independent · 400m away
St Winefride's RC Independent School
Independent · 625m away
Bettws Lifehouse
Independent · 669m away
St George's Junior School
Primary · 934m away
Coleham Primary School
Primary · 946m away
The Priory School
Secondary · 967m away
Woodfield Infant School & Nursery
Primary · 1.0km away
Radbrook Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Shrewsbury School?
Shrewsbury School currently has 826 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Shrewsbury School take?
Shrewsbury School caters for pupils aged 12 to 18.
Where is Shrewsbury School?
Shrewsbury School is in Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA, in the Shropshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Shrewsbury School have a sixth form?
Yes, Shrewsbury School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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