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Shrewsbury High School GDST Catchment Area

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

Shrewsbury High School GDST is a other independent not applicable school in Shropshire , serving pupils aged 4–20, with 338 pupils, and a capacity of 725 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

4–20

Age range

338

Pupils

725

Capacity

47%

Fill rate

Shrewsbury High School GDST Catchment Area Information

Entry to Shrewsbury High School GDST is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Shropshire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Shropshire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Shrewsbury High School GDST — School Information

Full address
32 Town Walls, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TN
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–20 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
123620

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Frequently Asked Questions — Shrewsbury High School GDST

Is Shrewsbury High School GDST oversubscribed?

Shrewsbury High School GDST has a capacity of 725 places and currently has 338 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Shropshire.

What is the admissions policy for Shrewsbury High School GDST?

Shrewsbury High School GDST is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Shropshire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Shrewsbury High School GDST cover?

Shrewsbury High School GDST is a not applicable school in Shropshire, serving pupils aged 4–20. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.