Lawley Primary School and Nursery
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Lawley Primary School and Nursery
Lawley Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lawley Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carol McQuiggin, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7967th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Lawley Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
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 Lawley Primary School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Lawley Primary School and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Off Arleston Lane, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF4 2PR |
| Headteacher | Carol McQuiggin |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7967th of 13,686
Nationally
797th of 1,378
In West Midlands
26th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
137
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Off Arleston Lane, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF4 2PR
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