Concord College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, West Midlands · SY5 7PF
Founded in 1949, Concord College is an independent, co-educational boarding school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, with around 545 pupils aged 12 to 19. Its character is strongly weighted towards the sixth form, where 322 of those pupils are studying, giving the school a notably academic, almost university-preparatory feel. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent for both quality of education and personal development, and all compliance standards were met. With means-tested bursaries of up to 100 per cent available for local day students, the school combines its international boarding intake with genuine routes in for families nearby.
545
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£21,600
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 12-19
- Pupils
- 545
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 1
- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire, West Midlands
- Website
- https://concordcollegeuk.com/
- Telephone
- 01694 731631
Headteacher
Principal Dr Michael Truss
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
87%
A-level A*-A
83%
A-level A*-B
95%
Teaching & academics
Results are strong and clearly the school's centre of gravity: 87 per cent of GCSE grades were 9-7, while at A-level 83 per cent were A*-A and 95 per cent A*-B. The subject profile leans firmly towards the sciences and mathematics, with Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Further Maths the most popular A-levels and a similar STEM-heavy pattern at GCSE. Alongside GCSE and A-level, pupils can take the EPQ, and around 11 per cent receive some form of SEN support. Families considering Concord should expect an environment built around academic ambition.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 322
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 10.79%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
Languages extend beyond the usual offering, with French, German and Russian all taught. Academic scholarships are available for able pupils, complementing the bursary provision.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1949
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £21,600
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £61,764
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
Means-tested bursaries up to 100% available for local day students
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 15 October 2024
The last word
A science-focused boarding school where the numbers speak for themselves and the sixth form dominates. Best suited to academically driven pupils, with real bursary support for local families.
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Concord College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Concord College located?
Concord College is located at Acton Burnell Hall, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury, SY5 7PF.
What type of school is Concord College?
Concord College is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend Concord College?
Concord College has approximately 545 pupils on roll.
What is Concord College's inspection rating?
Concord College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 15 October 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.