William Brookes School
Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB · Shropshire · secondary school
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20th 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 885 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.1/10 among them, against 0.7/10 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 | 5 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 25.0 · 8 | 30% | 0.23 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.95 · 4 | 25% | 0.09 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 38.2 · 13 | 10% | 0.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Brookes School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 41.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 for 2023/24 was -0.95, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 748 pupils against a stated capacity of 932. 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? What specific actions are being taken to address the Requires improvement rating? How are class sizes managed with the current intake?
What Ofsted said about William Brookes School
Overview
The report states that the school’s overall effectiveness requires improvement, though the sixth-form provision is rated as good. Leaders have made significant progress in improving behaviour and attendance, creating a safer environment where most pupils feel secure and enjoy school more. However, inconsistencies in teaching quality and assessment mean that not all pupils are learning the intended curriculum effectively.
Strengths
- Sixth-form students benefit from a "calm, purposeful and aspirational learning environment" with high expectations.
- Behaviour has improved significantly, with fewer lesson disruptions and reduced suspensions.
- A "broad, well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum" is in place for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils access a wide range of extra-curricular activities, clubs, and residential visits that broaden their cultural understanding.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, and leaders have improved communication with parents and staff.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum delivery is inconsistent; teachers must better meet pupil needs to ensure all learn the intended curriculum.
- Assessment is not always identifying gaps and misconceptions; the school must ensure it focuses on "the right things at the right time."
- Pupils’ understanding of fundamental British values is not well developed and requires enhancement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 39.4 |
| 2024/25 | 41.4 |
| 2025/26 | 38.2 |
| 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.
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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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