Ellesmere College
Ellesmere, Shropshire, West Midlands · SY12 9AB
Set in the Shropshire town of Ellesmere, this co-educational independent school takes both day pupils and boarders from age 7 through to 18, with around 518 on roll. It holds a Church of England character and was judged "good" across the board by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, which also confirmed that compliance requirements were met. With a sizeable sixth form of 188 and a notably high proportion of pupils receiving SEN support, the College suits families seeking a smaller, supportive setting where individual needs are taken seriously.
518
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 7-18
- Pupils
- 518
- Location
- Ellesmere, Shropshire, West Midlands
- Website
- http://www.ellesmere.com
- Telephone
- 01691 622321
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Vicky Pritt-Roberts
Latest results
Attainment 8
31.6
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils can work towards GCSEs, A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and the EPQ, giving a broader range of post-16 routes than many schools of this size. The sciences feature strongly at both GCSE and A-level, alongside business studies, sport and the humanities. Headline measures sit below the national picture - an Attainment 8 score of 31.6 against a national average of 46.9 - so prospective families will want to discuss academic expectations and the support on offer directly with the school.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 188
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 26.83%
- EHC plans
- 0.77%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
Sport and the performing arts have a visible place here, with PE and sports studies and drama and theatre studies among the popular subject choices. French and Spanish are both taught, and the boarding community lends itself to a full programme beyond the timetable.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 31 March 2025
The last word
A small Church of England school offering an unusually wide spread of qualifications, including the IB. Best suited to families who value pastoral support and breadth over league-table headlines.
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Ellesmere College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ellesmere College located?
Ellesmere College is located at Ellesmere, SY12 9AB.
What type of school is Ellesmere College?
Ellesmere College is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend Ellesmere College?
Ellesmere College has approximately 518 pupils on roll.
What is Ellesmere College's inspection rating?
Ellesmere College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 31 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.