Holmer Lake Primary School
76%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Holmer Lake Primary School
Holmer Lake Primary School 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 212 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Holmer Lake Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Harv Kumar, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11829th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Holmer Lake Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
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 Holmer Lake Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Holmer Lake 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Brookside, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF3 1LD |
| Headteacher | Harv Kumar |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.7% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 280 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11829th of 13,686
Nationally
1228th of 1,378
In West Midlands
38th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
44%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brookside, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF3 1LD
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