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Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) is a pupil referral unit not applicable school in Willenhall, Walsall , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 89 pupils, and a capacity of 30 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

89

Pupils

30

Capacity

297%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) is set by Walsall and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 89 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 30 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Walsall before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) — School Information

Full address
Bilston Lane, Willenhall, WV13 2QJ
Local authority
Walsall
School type
Pupil referral unit
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
54.7% of pupils
DfE URN
131619

Other Not applicable Schools in Willenhall

If Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Willenhall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical)

Is Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) oversubscribed?

Yes — Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) currently has 89 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 30 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical)?

Admission to Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) is managed by Walsall. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) cover?

Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) is a not applicable school in Willenhall, Walsall, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical)?

Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.