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The short version
88% capacity.
- 11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, below the national average
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School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11-18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,181
- Capacity
- 88%
- FSM
- 11%
Governance
- Head
- Mr Mark Cooper (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
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Location
Shrewsbury, SY4 5UB
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Schools nearby
Within 2.5 km05
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend The Thomas Adams School, Wem?
The Thomas Adams School, Wem currently has 1,181 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Thomas Adams School, Wem take?
The Thomas Adams School, Wem caters for pupils aged 11-18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Thomas Adams School, Wem?
The Thomas Adams School, Wem is in Shrewsbury, SY4 5UB. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Thomas Adams School, Wem have a sixth form?
Yes, The Thomas Adams School, Wem has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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