William Shrewsbury Primary School
Burton-on-Trent, DE13 0HE · Staffordshire · primary school
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85th of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 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 the 3,670 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Shrewsbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. However, 3.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 617 pupils against a stated capacity of 578. 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
Since the higher standard attainment is below the national median, what specific support is available for pupils aiming to exceed expected levels? How does the new inspection framework’s separate grading affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about William Shrewsbury Primary School
Overview
William Shrewsbury Primary School is described as a "genuinely inclusive school where every child is valued as an individual." Leaders demonstrate "unwavering ambition" for pupil success, fostering a "family spirit" where staff and pupils live out values of care, respect, and equity. The school meets strong standards in attendance, behaviour, early years, inclusion, and leadership, while meeting expected standards in achievement, curriculum, and personal development.
Strengths
- Attendance is "well above the national average," with leaders acting quickly to remove barriers and support families.
- Pupils behave "extremely well," bullying is "rare," and staff manage behaviour issues "skilfully and effectively."
- The school is "genuinely inclusive," with leaders being "relentless in their approach to removing barriers to pupils' learning and wellbeing."
- Early years provision is strong, with staff establishing "warm and caring relationships" and prioritising early literacy and numeracy.
- Leadership and governance are effective, with trustees providing "robust and well-informed challenge" and a high level of collaboration with the trust.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers address errors in pupils' handwriting, spelling, and grammar "consistently and effectively."
- Teachers should enable pupils to become "confident and fluent writers as quickly as possible," particularly older pupils with gaps in knowledge.
- Disadvantaged pupils do not take part regularly in clubs or extra-curricular activities, despite financial support being available.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns being actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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