Minsterley Primary School, Shrewsbury

In its own words: "We, at Minsterley Primary School, aim to provide a positive, safe and stimulating learning environment. We value all and they are encouraged to reach their full potential, become independent and confident life-long learners, at the same time developing self belief in their own abilities and achievements."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Minsterley Primary School. Our school is a medium size community school in the beautiful South Shropshire countryside serving the busy and thriving village of Minsterley. Our links with many organisations and other local schools ensures that the children are in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere throughout their time with us."

In 2025, 96% of Year 6 pupils at Minsterley Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 87% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 75% and 72% in Shropshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (94% in reading, 94% in maths).

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 19 families put Minsterley Primary School as their first choice and 38 named it as one of their preferences, for 19 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Minsterley Primary School are Pontesbury CofE Primary School (1.9 miles, Outstanding, 87% reading, 80% maths); Long Mountain CofE Primary School (3.3 miles, Requires improvement, 82% reading, 65% maths); Longden CofE Primary School (4.3 miles, Requires improvement, 73% reading, 91% maths); and St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School (4.9 miles, Good, 62% reading, 62% maths).

Minsterley Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.

11.6% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 15 pupils (8.7%) received SEN support and 2 (1.2%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

Minsterley Primary School had 10 teachers in 2026, one for every 14 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Minsterley Primary School.

2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Village Hall (opposite), 150 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 5 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, drug offences and public order offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Shropshire (10).

Minsterley Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.