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St Giles CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Giles CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 303 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

303

Pupils

315

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Giles CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Giles CofE Primary School is managed by Shropshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Shropshire 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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St Giles CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Portland Crescent, Shrewsbury, SY2 5NJ
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
9.9% of pupils
DfE URN
123503

Other Primary Schools in Shrewsbury

If St Giles CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Shrewsbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Giles CofE Primary School

Is St Giles CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

St Giles CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Giles CofE Primary School?

St Giles CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Shropshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Giles CofE Primary School cover?

St Giles CofE Primary School is a primary school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Giles CofE Primary School?

St Giles CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.