Woodfield Infant School
URN: 123390 • Shrewsbury SY3 8LU
Overview
- Name
- Woodfield Infant School
- URN
- 123390
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Rutherford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Woodfield Road, Shrewsbury SY3 8LU
Summary
Woodfield Infant School is a community primary school located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 268 pupils, with a capacity of 270. The school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, valuing the contributions of staff, children, and parents alike. The ethos is encapsulated in their motto, "Happily learning together," which promotes kindness, responsibility, and hard work among all members of the school community.
The curriculum at Woodfield is designed to be engaging and relevant, incorporating various learning experiences that cater to the children's interests. Special events, community visits, and extracurricular activities, such as hockey and choir, enhance the educational experience, fostering enthusiasm and resilience in learners. The school also collaborates with St. George's Junior School for shared events, further enriching the children's social and educational development.
Headteacher Beck Preece highlights the importance of nurturing each child's unique talents while providing a safe and supportive environment. Woodfield Infant School aims to instill a love of learning and prepare children for future educational challenges. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain a better understanding of its welcoming atmosphere and educational philosophy.
The curriculum at Woodfield is designed to be engaging and relevant, incorporating various learning experiences that cater to the children's interests. Special events, community visits, and extracurricular activities, such as hockey and choir, enhance the educational experience, fostering enthusiasm and resilience in learners. The school also collaborates with St. George's Junior School for shared events, further enriching the children's social and educational development.
Headteacher Beck Preece highlights the importance of nurturing each child's unique talents while providing a safe and supportive environment. Woodfield Infant School aims to instill a love of learning and prepare children for future educational challenges. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain a better understanding of its welcoming atmosphere and educational philosophy.
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Nearby alternatives
- Oxon CofE Primary School (78.3)
- St Peter's CofE Primary School (78.0)
- Longnor CofE Primary School (72.7)
- Coleham Primary School (71.8)
- Newtown CofE Primary School (70.0)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 268
- Boys
- 128
- Girls
- 140
- FSM %
- 1.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-05-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 268 | 128 | 140 | 270 | 1.10 |
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