Woodlands Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ironbridge Road, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HX |
| Headteacher | Joanne Duncombe |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.5% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 468 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
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
626th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 40
In Telford and Wrekin
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
64%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Ironbridge Road, Telford
Telford and Wrekin, TF7 5HX
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