Short Wood Primary School

URN: 104939 • Telford TF1 2JA

Overview

Name
Short Wood Primary School
URN
104939
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gail Butele (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01952387360
Website
Visit
Address
Limekiln Lane, Telford TF1 2JA

Summary

Short Wood Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Telford, Shropshire, with a current enrollment of 546 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 490. The school is committed to fostering a respectful and reflective learning environment, where students from Early Years to Year 6 are encouraged to engage collaboratively and develop independence in their learning.

The curriculum at Short Wood emphasizes emotional well-being and positive relationships, creating a supportive atmosphere that promotes self-directed learning. The school offers a range of indoor and outdoor facilities, alongside an on-site teacher-led nursery, The NEST, catering to children with both 15 and 30-hour sessions. Parents report high satisfaction, with many recommending the school to others.

Short Wood Primary School values community involvement and maintains open communication with parents through platforms like Class Dojo. The school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. For families considering enrollment, the school welcomes visits to explore its offerings.

Key details

LA
Telford and Wrekin
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
490
Pupils
546
Boys
259
Girls
287
FSM %
34.80
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 546 259 287 490 34.80
2024-09-11 568 278 290 490 31.00
2023-09-11 558 257 301 490 27.20
2022-09-11 558 257 301 490 27.20
2021-09-11 553 268 285 490 25.80
2020-09-11 556 275 281 490 19.50

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