The Henslow and Evolution School
Middletown, Nr Welshpool, Shropshire, Shrewsbury, SY21 8FFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Henslow and Evolution School is a special school in Shrewsbury for ages 5 to 18. It is one of the 183 schools in Shropshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is a report card, from an inspection in February 2026.
Ofsted report card
Inspected 10 February 2026, report published 26 March 2026
Each area is graded from urgent improvement to exceptional, and safeguarding is either met or not met.
- Inclusion
- Exceptional
- Curriculum and teaching
- Expected standard
- Achievement
- Strong standard
- Attendance and behaviour
- Strong standard
- Personal development and wellbeing
- Strong standard
- Leadership and governance
- Strong standard
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 February 2026
Pupils begin at this school having had a very difficult previous experience of education. This school changes that. It helps pupils to adjust their view of the world. From the moment pupils join the school, they are wrapped in warmth and care. Pupils gain a sense of self-belief. This shows itself in how pupils greet adults with a handshake. Pupils chat confidently to visitors about their aspirations and their enjoyment of the school’s wide range of opportunities and experiences. From a typical starting point of no attendance or minimal attendance, pupils engage really well. They learn to value education and all that the school and the world beyond offers. Pupils, and their parents and carers, all agree on the positive and distinct difference that this school makes. Pupils work hard to make the right choices. When their choices are not the best, or their body and mind are not ready for learning, they receive subtle, sensitive support and guidance. A key part of this process is reflection. When the time is right, pupils reflect in depth and detail about their responses and behaviours. This consistent and specific approach helps pupils gradually, over time, to know more about themselves and how they fit into school life and the wider world. Just as importantly, it refocuses them on why they are in school and brings them back to their learning. Indoors and out, pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They take pride in their learning. Pupils respect their peers and staff. Pupils feel safe and bullying is rare. They have opportunities to follow a bespoke pathway that builds on their interests, knowledge and skills. Pupils gain the qualifications they need to succeed. They benefit from the school’s excellent pastoral support. This ensures that pupils achieve, belong and thrive at school.
What the school should improve
- Leaders should ensure that staff have the knowledge and expertise to teach the refined and revised curriculum consistently well across all phases.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
10 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
30 pupils on roll, with places for 68
Schools near The Henslow and Evolution School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbury School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Fitzroy Academy | 7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Oakwood School | 8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Keystone Academy | 9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Attainment 8: 7.8 |
| Bettws Lifehouse | 10 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 6.6 |
School details
- School type
- Other independent special school
- Sector
- Independent
- Age range
- 5 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jacqui Brooks
- Phone
- 01938739077
- Address
- Middletown, Nr Welshpool, Shropshire, Shrewsbury, SY21 8FF
- Local authority
- Shropshire
- URN
- 135511
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.