Pastoral Officer

Located in the village of Baschurch, Shropshire, The Corbet School is a co-educational secondary school. The school has around 700 pupils aged 11-16, making it noticeably smaller than the average secondary school of its type. Previously known as the Corbet School Technology College, it adopted its current name in 2011, following its conversion to academy status. Although the vast majority of teaching takes place on-site, the school does make some limited use of off-site provision, for pupils with particular educational needs.

We offer a blend of traditional  values, success, courtesy and discipline with a real determination to achieve the highest possible academic standards, while offering opportunity to all.

The school

The Corbet School wishes to develop confident, caring, enquiring individuals who are well prepared for the future and who become valued members of society. The whole school community is committed to fulfilling this aim in the following way:-

• the pursuit of excellence
• equal opportunities for all
• the highest expectations of all achieving individual potential
• praising good effort and achievement
• high standards of behaviour and appearance
• providing opportunities for the professional development of staff
• harmonious working relationships within the school communities and with other agencies
• developing links with local, national and international communities
• an attractive, safe and happy environment
• a broad, balanced and differentiated curriculum
• high quality teaching
• effective leadership and management

The Corbet School is renowned for its outstanding attendance. Many of our pupils achieve 100% attendance throughout the academic year, this is celebrated at our end of year, whole school assembly. The school is also proud of having a high retention of staff, with many staff being in post for over 10 years.

Headteacher

Dr Jane Tinker

Values and Vision

The Corbet School takes great pride in its comprehensive ethos, working hard to provide a wide-ranging curriculum with opportunity for all pupils, regardless of background or academic ability. The school attempts to properly meet the needs of each pupil as an individual, and support their personal development as well as their academic achievements. To this end, the school also seeks to foster of a strong community feel around the school, through extra-curricular activities such as sports and after-school clubs.

Where excellence, innovation and tradition meet to fulfil the needs and aspirations of all members of our school community.

Our Mission

As one of Shropshire's leading schools we aim to be one of the county's top comprehensives, providing a transformative experience for all students, empowering them to reach their full academic potential and equipping them to live successful and fulfilling adult lives.

Ofsted

“Parents are very supportive of the school and a large majority would recommend it to other parents. Parents made many positive comments through the Parent View questionnaire. For example, one parent commented, ‘My children love attending this school, we are really impressed with the enthusiasm and engagement of staff.’”

The full report into The Corbet School can be found here.