Church Stretton School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Shrewsbury Road Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6EX |
| Phone | 01694722209 |
| Reference Number | 139455 |
Church Stretton School continues to demonstrate good performance overall, showing a positive environment where pupils feel valued and are motivated to excel in their studies. The small school size fosters a strong community spirit, with pupils actively participating in decision-making and displaying a sense of responsibility towards their school and community. There are notable strengths in the school's broad and ambitious curriculum, which includes a rich creative arts program and strong support for pupils with special educational needs, enabling them to make rapid progress. Despite these strengths, areas for improvement have been identified, particularly regarding consistency in curriculum implementation and the management of pupil behavior. Some teachers vary in the quality of their delivery and in encouraging meaningful classroom discussions. The school is aware of these challenges and is actively working on strategies to ensure that all learning experiences are of a consistently high standard across the board. Overall, it retains good standing as it continues to foster a supportive and effective learning environment.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 538 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.19%
Girls: 49.81% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 66 | 46 | 112 |
| 8 | 57 | 66 | 123 |
| 9 | 48 | 50 | 98 |
| 10 | 55 | 54 | 109 |
| 11 | 44 | 52 | 96 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.4% |
| White, Other | 3.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% |
| Asian, Other | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.2% |
| African | 0.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Jul 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Jul 2024 | School inspection |
| 05 Feb 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2016 | Short inspection |
| 04 Apr 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 24 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Church Stretton School | |
| 24 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 03 Jun 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 03 Jun 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 20 Sep 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Sep 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Dec 2001 | Full inspection |
| 03 Dec 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community among pupils
- Ambitious and broad curriculum
- High rates of pupils moving to sustained education, employment, or training post-16
- Strong subject knowledge and teaching quality among staff
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs
- Good attendance in line with national averages
- High-quality careers education for pupils
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistency in curriculum implementation
- Insufficient opportunities for meaningful discussion in lessons
- Variability in application of the school's behaviour policy
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 46 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 44.8% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 59.4% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 39 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 33 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 1 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Shrewsbury Road, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6EX |
0.06 miles |
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Rushbury CofE Primary School
Rushbury, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 7EB |
4 miles |
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Longnor CofE Primary School
Frodesley Road, Longnor, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 7PP |
4.34 miles |
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