John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School
94%
Capacity
239
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School
John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 255 places).
Ofsted has rated John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stacey Cross, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12992nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 17 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Fletcher of Madeley Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, John Fletcher of Madeley 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/Methodist |
| Address | Upper Road, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5DL |
| Headteacher | Stacey Cross |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 255 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12992nd of 13,686
Nationally
1329th of 1,378
In West Midlands
39th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
35%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Road, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5DL
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