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Woodlands Primary School

Woodlands Primary School

Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HXPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

95%

Capacity

443

Pupils

1.5x

Demand

About Woodlands Primary School

Woodlands 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 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 468 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Woodlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Duncombe, it falls under Telford and Wrekin local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6382nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 40 in Telford and Wrekin.

Woodlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 60 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.

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 Woodlands Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Telford and Wrekin, Woodlands 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressIronbridge Road, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HX
HeadteacherJoanne Duncombe
Local AuthorityTelford and Wrekin
Number of Pupils443
Free School Meals (FSM)48.5%
School Capacity443 / 468 (95% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

14 Mar 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)

6382nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

626th of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 50%

19th of 40

In Telford and Wrekin

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

64%

Expected Standard

4%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:81%
Higher:40%
Writing
Expected:72%
Higher:6%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:74%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +16%

'22/23

48%

'23/24

64%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsICT SuiteLibrarySensory RoomSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

SwimmingCricketGymnasticsTennisNetballRounders

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubEco ClubCodingChessBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

60

Applications

90

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

58 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Woodlands Primary School

Woodlands Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01952386070www.woodlands-sch.co.uk/

Ironbridge Road, Telford

Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HX

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Ironbridge Road, Telford

Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HX

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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