All-ThroughgirlsISI · Excellent

Shrewsbury High School

· SY1 1TN

AAB+ A-level

12.1%

9–7 GCSE

48%

Day fees

£14k

Inspection

Excellent

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Shrewsbury High School is an independent all-through girls' day school serving the Shropshire area, offering education from age 4 through sixth form. The school maintains a balanced academic approach within the context of UK independent schooling, with strong emphasis on pastoral care and broad-based development. Its day-only model serves local families seeking a selective girls' education without boarding commitment.

  • Selective all-through education for girls from nursery to sixth form
  • Strong pastoral care and small-school community feel (348 pupils)
  • Local day school option without long commutes in the Midlands region
  • Breadth of co-curricular provision including music, sport and drama

Who thrives here

Girls seeking a structured, academically rigorous day school education in a supportive all-girls environment. Families valuing pastoral attention and broad opportunity across academics, arts and sport rather than pure academic pressure.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1885
Number of pupils348
Sixth form84
Age range4–18
GenderGirls
Day fees£14.4k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingurban
LocationTown-centre location; good connectivity within Shropshire; limited public transport links to wider region make it primarily a local school.

Contact & visit

32 Town Walls, Shrewsbury, Shropshire

SY1 1TN

www.shrewsburyhigh.gdst.net
01743494000
Mr Darren Payne, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Shrewsbury Railway Station15 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Shrewsbury High School?

Day fees at Shrewsbury High School are approximately £14,400 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Shrewsbury High School?

Shrewsbury High School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Shrewsbury High School's exam results?

At Shrewsbury High School, 12.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 48% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Shrewsbury High School a boarding school?

Shrewsbury High School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is Shrewsbury High School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Shrewsbury High School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Close-knit community and strong pastoral care

Good balance between academic rigour and wellbeing

Strong music and drama provision

Accessible local day school without boarding pressure

Common concerns

!Limited size and niche regional profile compared to larger independent schools

!Smaller sixth form offering may limit course breadth