Aqueduct Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
259
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Aqueduct Primary Academy
Aqueduct Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 259 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated Aqueduct Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Pugh, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
Aqueduct Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 25 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Aqueduct Primary Academy include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Aqueduct Primary Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Castlefields Way, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF4 3RP |
| Headteacher | Jamie Pugh |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 280 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Castlefields Way, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF4 3RP
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