Captain Webb Primary School
110%
Capacity
464
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Captain Webb Primary School
Captain Webb Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Captain Webb Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Passey, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6061st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Captain Webb Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 47 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Captain Webb Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (60 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Captain Webb Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Captain Webb Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Webb Crescent, Captain Webb Cp School, Webb Crescent, Dawley, TELFORD, Telford and Wrekin, TF4 3DU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Passey |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.9% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6061st of 13,686
Nationally
600th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
60 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
68
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Captain Webb Primary School
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Contact Information
Webb Crescent, Captain Webb Cp School, Webb Crescent, Dawley, TELFORD
Telford and Wrekin, TF4 3DU
Webb Crescent, Captain Webb Cp School, Webb Crescent, Dawley, TELFORD
Telford and Wrekin, TF4 3DU
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