Buildwas Academy
Telford, TF8 7DA · Shropshire · primary school
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97th of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.4/10 against 2,311 of them, against 0.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Buildwas Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in July 2024.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 54 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school plan to raise attainment in maths to meet national expectations? What specific actions are being taken to address the 2024 inspection findings? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils’ daily routine?
What Ofsted said about Buildwas Academy
Overview
Following a period of declining outcomes, new leaders have raised expectations and implemented significant changes to the curriculum. Pupils are beginning to benefit from these positive shifts, with gaps in knowledge being addressed and a strong culture of respect and safety established. The report notes that while progress is evident, particularly in the early years, variation remains in some subject areas.
Strengths
- Pupils feel happy and safe, with "positive relationships" and unkind behaviour dealt with "quickly and sensitively".
- The early years curriculum is "ambitious and well sequenced," with pupils achieving well.
- Staff present learning clearly, encouraging pupils to share ideas and use "accurate subject-specific vocabulary".
- Leaders have prioritised early reading and phonics, ensuring most staff teach this accurately.
- Pupils celebrate differences and have a "secure knowledge of the fundamental British values".
Areas to improve
- The school must continue strengthening the curriculum to address historical gaps in mathematics and English, ensuring pupils achieve well across all subjects.
- Leaders need to embed the newly implemented foundation subjects and monitor their long-term impact on pupils’ knowledge.
- Procedures for identifying and reviewing the needs of pupils with SEND require greater rigour to ensure timely and effective support.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 8% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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