Welcome to St Winefride’s RC Independent School, Shrewsbury

~ Founded 1868 ~

About our school

Hello and welcome to St. Winefride’s School. Our school was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1868. It caters for boys and girls from 3 – 11 years and has a long tradition of high academic standards.

Mercy Cross

St. Winefride’s School is situated in Belmont, close to the town centre in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

St Winifride's Independent RC School Shrewsbury

Sunday Times League Tables

Ranked 28th in the Sunday Times League Tables Top 100 Prep Schools

One of the highest places for schools in the West Midlands Region

The only school in Shropshire to feature in the top 50

‘Attainment in English and mathematics is particularly strong and pupils’ excellent skills in reading and writing are well used throughout the curriculum. Pupils are highly numerate and can explain their working with confidence…pupils are confident in employing higher order thinking skills’

What our children say

“I like the library and the teachers.”

“I like St. Winefride’s because this is such a friendly school.”

“I like the school because it is full of kind people.”

“We learn lots of different things every day and do lots of fun activities.”

“I like the teachers because if you need anything they are there to talk and listen.”

“I like the love and care of the wonderful teachers, as they are always encouraging towards us and are always there to help.”

Facilities

8 Classrooms

3 Specialist Classrooms

1 School Library

1 School Hall

3 Music Practice Rooms

2 Playgrounds

Sports Field

News and Events

Year 6 Trip: Battlefield 1403

Year 6 embarked on an educational journey to the Battlefield Exhibition, where we were treated to a captivating presentation by

St Winefride’s – home of National Champions!

St. Winefride’s celebrated remarkable success at the ISA National Cross-Country Finals held at Worksop College. Our young athletes displayed exemplary

A Greek Odyssey: Year 5 Explores History at Shrewsbury Museum

Yesterday, Year 5 students embarked on an educational adventure to Shrewsbury Museum, delving into the rich history of ancient Greece

‘Little Stars’

We are so pleased to announce our partnership with Little Stars. Little Stars is a charity which supports families all over

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