St Edward's CofE Primary School
Shrewsbury, SY5 7JL · Shropshire · primary school
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42nd of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.6/10 against 2,689 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| Ofsted | 7 | 35% | 0.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Edward's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 31 pupils against a stated capacity of 56. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who reach the expected standard but not the higher standard in core subjects? What specific provisions are available for pupils with similar backgrounds to ensure they continue to progress? How does the school plan to maintain its current performance levels under the new inspection framework?
What Ofsted said about St Edward's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Edward’s CofE Primary School is described as a “very kind and caring environment” where pupils feel safe and settled. While safeguarding standards are met and attendance and behaviour are at an expected standard, the report identifies that achievement, curriculum, and teaching currently “need attention” due to inconsistencies in securing foundational knowledge.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture” where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Attendance and behaviour are at an expected standard, with a “calm and safe” environment and positive staff-pupil relationships.
- Early years provision is well planned, with phonics taught effectively and gaps in learning quickly addressed.
- Inclusion is strong, with a “well-embedded graduated approach” ensuring vulnerable pupils receive targeted support.
- Personal development is appropriate, fostering a “real sense of belonging” and respect for diversity.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the quality of teaching improves so it is “typically effective” and enables pupils to secure foundational knowledge.
- Gaps in pupils’ knowledge and skills must be identified and addressed to ensure they are “closed as quickly as possible.”
- Inconsistencies in checking pupils’ understanding mean some misconceptions are not identified and addressed quickly enough.
Safeguarding
The report states that “safeguarding standards are met,” noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 17% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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