"> I already have a daughter at the school, who joined in the 6th form, so I know the school reasonably well. As parents, you are kept in touch with what is going on via email and the newsletter that links you to the school web-site. If you live near there is often the opportunity to drop in on an evening's lecture or play. New parents are invited to meet the Housemaster/Housemistress and Matrons, who we now know well - everybody is very approachable. In my opinion the school provides a good balance between work and play. Where most schools cut back on sports as the pressure of impending GCSEs and A-levels approaches, Shrewsbury gives the students an opportunity to keep up their commitments. Discipline at the school is fair - if students abuse the rules too often then they are asked to leave. Parent's evening comes but once a year. The school reports are written by teachers who really know your child's abilities, which is reassuring. My daughter loves the school to bits and regards it as her second home. The school has developed her not just academically, but also in confidence, resilience and resourcefulness. My son will hopeful start at the school in September - he can't wait.