Windmill Primary School
89%
Capacity
374
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Windmill Primary School
Windmill 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 374 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Windmill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Gibbons, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3504th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.
Windmill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 36 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windmill Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Windmill 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 | Beaconsfield, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF3 1LG |
| Headteacher | Mark Gibbons |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.1% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 420 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3504th of 13,686
Nationally
341st of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
72%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
52
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beaconsfield, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF3 1LG
Beaconsfield, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF3 1LG
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