About the school
Shrewsbury High School is an all-through day school in Shropshire. It has educated girls since 1885 and from September 2026 is welcoming boys into Year 7 as it moves towards all-through co-education.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
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| Age range | 4-18 |
| Founded | 1885 |
| Headteacher | Darren Payne |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | Years 7-9 £7,236 per term; Years 10 & 11 £7,319 per term; Years 12 & 13 £7,055 per term (2026-2027 fees, including VAT and meals where applicable) |
📅 Open days: Whole School Open Day: 2026-09-26.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | CAT4, Maths, English |
📄 Free Shrewsbury High School GDST practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | 16 Jan 2027 |
Applications are welcome throughout the year and early application is encouraged. Year 6 Activities Morning is held in the autumn term for Year 6 pupils thinking of joining Year 7 the following September. Offers will be made by February half term.
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