St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery
102%
Capacity
240
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery
St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Telford and Wrekin community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Howard Auckland, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1858th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 31 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (117 responses).
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 St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, St Peter's Church of England Controlled 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stackyard Lane, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF10 8JQ |
| Headteacher | Howard Auckland |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 236 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1858th of 13,686
Nationally
182nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
6th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
117 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Church of England Controlled Primary School and Nursery
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Stackyard Lane, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF10 8JQ
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