The Corbet School
Shrewsbury, SY4 2AX · Shropshire · secondary school
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2nd of 20 secondary schools in Shropshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 834 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among them, against 5.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 42.9 · 44 | 30% | 1.36 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.36 · 76 | 26% | 1.94 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.0 · 50 | 10% | 0.51 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Corbet School overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted following an inspection in 2022. In 2024/25, 44.7% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.2, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.36 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award, participate in house sport, receive music instrument and singing tuition, and attend theatre visits, ski trips, and outdoor education trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 691 pupils against a stated capacity of 744. 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 to improve their Progress 8 scores relative to similar-intake schools? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How does the school integrate the Duke of Edinburgh Award into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about The Corbet School
Overview
The Corbet School continues to be a good school, providing a "happy and kind environment where pupils thrive." Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum which is broad and balanced," resulting in pupils achieving well and feeling safe. The vast majority of parents and carers would recommend the school, praising the quality of teaching and pastoral support.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, trust staff, and report that bullying is rare and dealt with effectively.
- Teachers deliver the curriculum well with "thoughtfully planned" lessons that are challenging yet supportive.
- There is a "wide range of extra-curricular opportunities," including sports, arts, and drama, with flourishing attendance.
- The SEND team provides effective interventions, and pupils are proud of how this support has helped them improve.
- Staff feel the school is "well led and managed," with leaders taking workload into account.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all teachers use "one page profiles" to adapt lessons for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Leaders should ensure pupils respond to teacher feedback to develop their knowledge in all subjects, as current practice is inconsistent.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where concerns are quickly identified and followed up.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.0 |
| 2024/25 | 47.2 |
| 2025/26 | 46.0 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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