Dothill Primary School
89%
Capacity
373
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Dothill Primary School
Dothill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Dothill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Thomas, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7490th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Dothill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 24 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Dothill Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents).
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 Dothill Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Dothill 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Severn Drive, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF1 3JB |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Thomas |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.1% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 420 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7490th of 13,686
Nationally
744th of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dothill Primary School
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Contact Information
Severn Drive, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF1 3JB
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