Old Park Primary School
94%
Capacity
640
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Old Park Primary School
Old Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 640 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 678 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Foster, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5641st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Old Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Park Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Old Park 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brunel Road, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF3 2BF |
| Headteacher | James Foster |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 640 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 640 / 678 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5641st of 13,686
Nationally
545th of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
66%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
83
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brunel Road, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF3 2BF
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