The beautiful campus is home to a strong community where pupils look out for one another. The school shines with an impressive sports programme, focusing on traditional British sports such as rugby, cricket, and field hockey.
Shrewsbury School is selective — not every applicant is offered a place. That makes it all the more gratifying that in recent years, every one of our students who applied with our support and preparation has been successfully accepted.
British tradition and history is tangible across Shrewsbury’s campus — we felt it instantly during our visit. A wealth of opportunities and a close-knit, family-like atmosphere take centre stage here. Boarding houses can be individually decorated, and caring houseparents teach pupils the importance of responsibility and mutual support. People here truly help each other.
The school also impresses with its excellent academic, extracurricular, and creative offerings — including its own biology museum. It’s worth noting that the renowned naturalist Charles Darwin was once a pupil here!
Thanks to its direct access to the River Severn, Shrewsbury is a paradise for rowers. We found the campus layout particularly interesting — the sports fields and boarding houses are dotted throughout the grounds. At Shrewsbury, sport and community are intertwined and form an integral part of daily life.
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Quick Overview
Number of pupils: 818
International pupils: 15–20%
Average class size in Sixth Form: 10:1
Boarding fees per term for Sixth Form: £18,912
Main sports in addition to traditional team games: rowing, cricket, cross-country, hockey, fives, football
Nearest airports: student shuttle to London Heathrow at the start/end of each term, Birmingham Airport 1 hr, Manchester Airport 2 hrs
https://www.shrewsbury.org.uk
Key Strengths at a Glance
Strong rowing team
Award-winning Art Department: “School of the Year for Performing Arts 2018”
Two boathouses with state-of-the-art training equipment
Own biology museum with original records from Charles Darwin
Shrewsbury School – Photo Highlights
Shrewsbury School in Detail
Outdoor Activities
With 9 grass pitches, 14 fives courts, 2 boathouses, 2 Astroturf pitches, a 25-metre indoor pool and a fully equipped fitness suite, the sports facilities at Shrewsbury School are truly impressive. The extensive grounds exude a distinctly British charm, with traditional English sports taking centre stage. In addition to cricket, tennis, hockey, netball and rugby, the school places a strong emphasis on rowing. Shrewsbury offers rowers an outstanding and professional environment: besides direct access to the River Severn, the campus features two boathouses with state-of-the-art training equipment. The wide range of sports also includes fencing, lacrosse, basketball, squash, badminton and swimming.
Creative Arts
The sense of community at Shrewsbury School is very strong! This is especially true in the eleven boarding houses, where a close bond exists and each house has its own unique character and distinctive colours. In smaller competitions across sports, drama, and music, teamwork and community spirit are actively encouraged and developed. Over the course of their time at school, boys and girls gradually take on more responsibility, fostering a brotherly and sisterly relationship among the students.
Academic
In 2022, Shrewsbury School achieved strong academic results, with 58% of A-Level grades at A*-A and 73% of GCSE grades at 9-7. The broad and high-quality curriculum includes standard subjects such as Mathematics and History, as well as more unusual options like Ceramics, Photography, Politics, and Theatre Studies. The language programme offers German, French, Spanish, and Latin. The school also stands out for its Academic Enrichment Courses, where students can develop future-oriented skills such as debating and accounting.
Sport & Leisure
As the recipient of the “School of the Year for Performing Arts 2018” award, Shrewsbury School boasts a first-class creative arts department. The art department, located at the heart of the campus, features several modern studios and two art galleries showcasing students’ work, which are even regularly visited by external artists. Students can explore a wide range of disciplines, from fine art, photography, and art history to 3D modelling and graphic design. The outstanding music department also shines, offering numerous ensembles and the annual House Singing Competition. Drama and school musicals complete Shrewsbury’s creative experience, giving students the opportunity to participate in enriching trips, such as visits to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Fees Shrewsbury School
Shrewsbury School’s fees are £18,912 per term, or £56,736 per year.
Our Visit
During our visit in Summer 2025, we enjoyed a wonderful guided tour of the campus. We were particularly struck by the individual character of the boarding houses, which reflect the school’s family feel. You can’t help but want to move in yourself! The immaculate lawns and impressive sports fields scattered across the campus left a lasting impression. The historic main building with its modern heart, a statue of Charles Darwin, and the school’s own chapel give Shrewsbury its unique character, which we found thoroughly charming.
Photos From Our Visit
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A Word from the Head
Leo Winkley
„We are always delighted to welcome students from Germany to Shrewsbury — whether for a year or longer. Their enthusiasm for boarding life makes them positive and valued members of our community.
We believe that young people develop best through a broad spectrum of academic challenges, expert pastoral care, a wealth of extracurricular opportunities, rich cultural experiences, and the shared journey of living and learning together.
We greatly enjoy working with Akademis Internatsberatung and truly value the interesting and talented applicants they introduce to us. We look forward to welcoming future applicants and would be delighted to greet you on our beautiful 45-hectare campus in the historic market town of Shrewsbury.“
Conclusion Shrewsbury School
Shrewsbury School is a quintessentially British boarding school with a strong sense of community and a sporting spirit. For families looking for a school where camaraderie and teamwork go hand in hand with academic excellence, Shrewsbury is an excellent choice. Here, every pupil can find their place, enjoying a high-quality education alongside a broad range of sports and creative activities.
However, Shrewsbury is by no means the only British boarding school offering outstanding academic and sporting opportunities. We warmly encourage you to explore further options. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for advice — with years of experience and close relationships with these schools, we can offer authentic insights and help you make the right choice for your child.
You can find an overview of options on our Boarding Schools in England page.
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What Makes Akademis Stand Out?
- We remain your trusted contact throughout your child’s stay, well beyond the placement process.
- We provide support with guardianship, visa applications and recognition of qualifications within the German school system.
- We offer fully tailored advice. Our school recommendations are unique to each child and can run to 40 pages in length.
- Families receive our 30+ page boarding school guide, packed with practical tips and insights.
- We prepare your child thoroughly for entrance exams and interviews to maximise their chances of success.
- We arrange school visits, ensuring you have the opportunity to experience each school first-hand.
Every boarding school has its own character and ethos. Having personally visited more than 100 schools, we understand these nuances. We also work with schools that do not pay commission, ensuring that our advice remains independent and always in the best interest of your child.
Our roots lie in the UK. For years, we have placed 200–300 families annually into British boarding schools. While our portfolio now includes schools beyond Britain, the UK remains at the heart of what we do.
Our tailored approach results in exceptional acceptance rates. For example, in 2022/23, all seven students we placed at the highly selective Malvern College received offers – a 100% success rate.
We arrange for prospective families to speak with our current students to hear first-hand accounts of life at a UK boarding school.
