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St Winefride's RC Independent School

Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1TE

Pupils

108

Day fees

£10k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

St Winefride's is a small Roman Catholic preparatory school in Shrewsbury town centre, serving pupils from age 3 to Year 6. With just 108 pupils, it emphasises a close-knit community built on kindness, care, respect and unity. The school combines Catholic values with academic rigour in an intimate, supportive setting where individual attention is the hallmark.

  • Town centre location with easy local access
  • Small class sizes and individual pupil focus in a tight community
  • Catholic ethos with strong pastoral care emphasis
  • Broad, balanced curriculum for younger learners without excessive pressure

Who thrives here

Families seeking a smaller Catholic preparatory environment where their child receives close pastoral attention and individual recognition. Works well for children who thrive in tight-knit, less formal settings and whose parents value religious education.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Number of pupils108
Age range3–13
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£9.6k/yr
Settingurban
LocationSchool is located in Shrewsbury town centre; good local bus coverage and pedestrian access; rail connections via Shrewsbury station for families commuting from wider region.
EthosRoman Catholic

Contact & visit

Belmont

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

SY1 1TE

www.stwinefrides.com
01743369883
Mr Richard Goody, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Shrewsbury Railway Station8 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at St Winefride's RC Independent School?

Day fees at St Winefride's RC Independent School are approximately £9,600 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into St Winefride's RC Independent School?

St Winefride's RC Independent School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is St Winefride's RC Independent School a boarding school?

St Winefride's RC Independent School is a day school in Shrewsbury and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Small, close-knit community feel where every child is known and valued

Strong Catholic values and pastoral care ethos

Town centre location offers convenience for working parents

Supportive, non-pressurised environment for younger learners

Common concerns

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!Very small pupil body (108) may limit breadth of co-curricular and peer social opportunities

!Limited public information on academic outcomes, facilities, or specific programmes