Hadnall Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
118
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Hadnall Church of England Primary School
Hadnall Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 118 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Hadnall Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Finola Jackson, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 592nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Hadnall Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Hadnall Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hadnall Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Hadnall Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hadnall CE Primary School, Astley Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4BE |
| Headteacher | Finola Jackson |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 118 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.5% |
| School Capacity | 118 / 120 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
592nd of 13,686
Nationally
54th of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hadnall Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Hadnall CE Primary School, Astley Lane, Shrewsbury
Shropshire, SY4 4BE
Hadnall CE Primary School, Astley Lane, Shrewsbury
Shropshire, SY4 4BE
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