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The Thomas Adams School Catchment Area

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

The Thomas Adams School is a academy converter secondary school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1207 pupils, and a capacity of 1336 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,207

Pupils

1,336

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Thomas Adams School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Thomas Adams School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Shropshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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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The Thomas Adams School — School Information

Full address
Lowe Hill, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5UB
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.1% of pupils
DfE URN
147508

Other Secondary Schools in Shrewsbury

If The Thomas Adams School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Shrewsbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Thomas Adams School

Is The Thomas Adams School oversubscribed?

The Thomas Adams School is operating close to its capacity of 1336 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Thomas Adams School?

Admission to The Thomas Adams School is managed by Shropshire. 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 The Thomas Adams School cover?

The Thomas Adams School is a secondary school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Thomas Adams School?

The Thomas Adams School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.