Charlton School
URN: 123597 • Telford TF1 3FA
Overview
- Name
- Charlton School
- URN
- 123597
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 43.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew McNaughton (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Apley Avenue, Telford TF1 3FA
Summary
Charlton School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Telford, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 1,132 pupils and a capacity of 1,175, the school is well-regarded in the local community for its commitment to high academic standards and a supportive learning environment. The school’s ethos is centred around the values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, fostering personal growth alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at Charlton School is broad and balanced, offering a wide range of subjects that cater to diverse interests and strengths. The school emphasizes character education, aiming to equip students with essential life skills and confidence for their future. In addition to academic pursuits, students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities, allowing them to explore their talents and interests beyond the classroom.
Charlton School prides itself on creating a caring atmosphere where students feel valued and inspired to aim high. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that each student receives the support they need to thrive, both academically and personally, preparing them to become responsible citizens in the community.
The curriculum at Charlton School is broad and balanced, offering a wide range of subjects that cater to diverse interests and strengths. The school emphasizes character education, aiming to equip students with essential life skills and confidence for their future. In addition to academic pursuits, students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities, allowing them to explore their talents and interests beyond the classroom.
Charlton School prides itself on creating a caring atmosphere where students feel valued and inspired to aim high. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that each student receives the support they need to thrive, both academically and personally, preparing them to become responsible citizens in the community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Charlton School (64.3)
- Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase (62.8)
- Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase (61.5)
- Holy Trinity Academy (61.2)
- Madeley Academy (61.2)
Key details
- LA
- Telford and Wrekin
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1175
- Pupils
- 1132
- Boys
- 550
- Girls
- 582
- FSM %
- 8.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-05-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1132 | 550 | 582 | 1175 | 8.70 |
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