Dawley Church of England Primary Academy
Telford, TF4 3AL · Telford and Wrekin · primary school
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17th of 40 primary schools in Telford and Wrekin we can score, 56 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.3/10 against 1,448 of them, against 5.9/10 nationally. 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dawley Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 15.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join lunchtime and after-school sports clubs, including invasion, net, and strike games, gymnastics, dance, swimming, outdoor adventure, and archery. Arts provision includes the Academy Choir, Recorder Festival, and Telford Sings. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 pupils against a stated capacity of 226. 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 support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities do the Sports Leaders undertake during the week? How does the after-school club integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Dawley Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils at Dawley Church of England Primary Academy are described as happy, benefiting from "positive relationships" and a culture rooted in core values. Leaders have been "relentless in their drive to address the concerns raised at the previous inspection," resulting in a "rich and engaging curriculum" and high staff morale. The school is deemed to no longer require significant improvement.
Strengths
- Safeguarding procedures are "rigorous" with "thorough" record-keeping and effective governance checks.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced, with a strong emphasis on reading, science, and personal development.
- Staff provide appropriate support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Behaviour is "highly positive," creating a "calm and orderly environment" for learning.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders showing consideration for workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should refine the curriculum in some subjects so that pupils gain "deep knowledge and understanding" consistently.
- Leaders must redouble efforts with families to improve attendance, as "too many pupils do not attend school regularly enough."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive appropriate training and respond swiftly to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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