Moor Park
Ludlow, Shropshire, West Midlands · SY8 4DZ
A small Catholic prep school set in Ludlow, Shropshire, Moor Park caters for children from the earliest years up to age 13, offering both day and boarding places. With just 202 pupils and a notably low pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 7 to 1, it is a place where children are known individually rather than lost in the crowd. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent overall, and excellent again for pupils' personal development, while its compliance obligations were met. Headmaster James Duffield leads a community that combines academic care with a clear pastoral and faith-based ethos.
202
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£26,226
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-13
- Pupils
- 202
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- Ludlow, Shropshire, West Midlands
- Website
- https://www.moorpark.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01584 876061
Headteacher
Headmaster James Duffield
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Teaching & academics
The standout feature here is scale: a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 7 to 1 allows for close attention and tailored support, which is reflected in the ISI's excellent judgement. Just over nine percent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to help children who need a little more. As a prep school running to age 13, its work is geared towards preparing pupils for entry to senior schools.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 9.41%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Beyond the classroom
Boarding is a central part of life at Moor Park, shaping a community that extends well beyond the school day. The mobile phone policy reflects this: only boarders may keep a phone, and even then only during supervised hours, which signals a deliberately measured approach to screen time.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Catholic
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Only boarders can have a phone in school and they use them during supervised hours.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £9,468 - £26,226
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £27,432 - £38,808
Means-tested bursaries available according to need and funds in the coffers
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 5 June 2025
The last word
A small, close-knit Catholic prep with boarding and an excellent ISI rating, Moor Park suits families seeking individual attention and a strong pastoral framework. Fees range widely, and means-tested bursaries are available subject to funds.
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Moor Park 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Moor Park located?
Moor Park is located at Moor Park, Richards Castle, Ludlow, Ludlow, SY8 4DZ.
What type of school is Moor Park?
Moor Park is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend Moor Park?
Moor Park has approximately 202 pupils on roll.
What is Moor Park's inspection rating?
Moor Park is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 5 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.