Newport Infant School and Nursery
91%
Capacity
246
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Newport Infant School and Nursery
Newport Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newport Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Heeley, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
Newport Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 58 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 Newport Infant School and Nursery include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Newport Infant 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Granville Avenue, Newport, Telford and Wrekin, TF10 7DX |
| Headteacher | Emma Heeley |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 270 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
82
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Granville Avenue, Newport
Telford and Wrekin, TF10 7DX
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