Short Wood Primary School
111%
Capacity
546
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Short Wood Primary School
Short Wood Primary School 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 546 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 490 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Short Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gail Butele, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9950th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Short Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 68 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Short Wood Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Short Wood Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Short Wood 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Limekiln Lane, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF1 2JA |
| Headteacher | Gail Butele |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 546 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.8% |
| School Capacity | 546 / 490 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9950th of 13,686
Nationally
1019th of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
91
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
64 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Short Wood Primary School
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Contact Information
Limekiln Lane, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF1 2JA
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