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Tilstock children shine as Ofsted praises strong wellbeing, inclusion and achievement
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Tilstock children shine as Ofsted praises strong wellbeing, inclusion and achievement

Staff, pupils, and parents at Tilstock CE Primary School and Nursery are celebrating following a highly successful evaluation under the rigorous new ‘School Report Card’ inspection framework.

7 Jun 2026

Adults locked out of learning able to access university and college in once-in-a-generation reforms
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Adults locked out of learning able to access university and college in once-in-a-generation reforms

Adults balancing responsibilities such as work and childcare will now have a new route into university and college thanks to radical reforms to create a new, more flexible student finance system.

15 May 2026

Success for families as majority secure top school choice on National Offer Day
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Success for families as majority secure top school choice on National Offer Day

Families across the county have received news today, Thursday 16 April, as school place allocations for September 2026 were officially released.

16 Apr 2026

Harper Adams climbs further in top 100 as new global University rankings released
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Harper Adams climbs further in top 100 as new global University rankings released

Harper Adams University has climbed further in global rankings - which have once again named it one of the world’s top 100 institutions for agriculture and forestry.

26 Mar 2026

Telford Park School expansion receives national seal of approval
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Telford Park School expansion receives national seal of approval

The expansion of Telford Park School in Stirchley has received a national seal of approval from the Secretary of State for Education.

19 Mar 2026

MP Shaun Davies welcomes education secretary to Telford to highlight local schools
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MP Shaun Davies welcomes education secretary to Telford to highlight local schools

The Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP, Secretary of State for Education, visited Telford on Thursday for a wide-ranging education visit organised by Telford MP Shaun Davies.

13 Mar 2026

Record success for secondary school admissions across the county
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Record success for secondary school admissions across the county

Thousands of families across the county are celebrating today as National Offer Day reveals a significant rise in pupils securing places at their preferred secondary schools.

2 Mar 2026

Parents’ voices heard – and wishes acted upon, says Shrewsbury MP
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Parents’ voices heard – and wishes acted upon, says Shrewsbury MP

The voices of parents in Shropshire have been heard – and their wishes acted upon, says a local MP who has championed reforms to schooling for children with special educational needs.

26 Feb 2026

Autism support receives internationally-recognised accreditation
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Autism support receives internationally-recognised accreditation

A specialist education academy in Telford has received National Autistic Society advanced accreditation, recognising its commitment to delivering the highest standards of support for autistic children and adults.

12 Feb 2026

Plans to expand Special Educational Needs school places
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Plans to expand Special Educational Needs school places

Plans to expand SEND provision across Telford and Wrekin which could see more than 100 new school places created, have been announced.

10 Feb 2026

Shropshire Council confirms record investment in education across the county
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Shropshire Council confirms record investment in education across the county

Shropshire Council has agreed a significant investment of around £33 million in education in response to rising pupil numbers across the county.

26 Jan 2026

Shaping the Future: Meet the new generation of educators in Shrewsbury
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Shaping the Future: Meet the new generation of educators in Shrewsbury

In the heart of Shropshire, a fresh cohort of talented individuals is embarking on a life-changing journey. From the vibrant classrooms of The Priory School to secondary settings across the region, 3-18 Inspiring Futures is proud to introduce the teachers of tomorrow.

13 Jan 2026

Learn Telford team to host Access to Higher Education progression event
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Learn Telford team to host Access to Higher Education progression event

Telford & Wrekin Council’s Learn Telford Team is hosting a progression and information day to help people take a closer look at Access to Higher Education courses and find out if university is the right pathway for them.

12 Jan 2026

Shrewsbury School celebrates third Harvard offer in three years
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Shrewsbury School celebrates third Harvard offer in three years

Shrewsbury School is celebrating pupil Richard Wolskel,18, for the incredible achievement of receiving an offer to study at Harvard University.

11 Jan 2026

New Headteacher appointed at The Priory School
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New Headteacher appointed at The Priory School

The Priory School in Shrewsbury is set to embark on a new chapter following the announcement of Cal Knight as its permanent Headteacher.

17 Dec 2025

Four Shropshire schools join Marches Academy Trust
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Four Shropshire schools join Marches Academy Trust

The Marches Academy Trust has announced a significant expansion as the four schools comprising the Westcliffe Federation officially joined the multi-academy trust.

2 Dec 2025

Children take to the hot seats in Telford and Wrekin school debates
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Children take to the hot seats in Telford and Wrekin school debates

Children from six Telford and Wrekin Borough primary schools took to the hot seats recently to debate the topics of the day in the Council Chamber.

27 Nov 2025

New education trust officially launches in Shropshire
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New education trust officially launches in Shropshire

A new, independently formed multi-academy trust has officially launched in Shropshire marking the start of an ambitious new chapter for local education.

5 Nov 2025

Telford College shortlisted for two national awards
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Telford College shortlisted for two national awards

Telford College has been shortlisted for two national awards – recognising its work in giving people the skills they need to secure high-quality jobs.

5 Nov 2025

Shrewsbury High School to join Inspired Learning Group
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Shrewsbury High School to join Inspired Learning Group

Shrewsbury High School, a cornerstone of the local educational community for 140 years, is set to embark on a major new chapter, joining the Inspired Learning Group.

4 Nov 2025

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