Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Telford, TF2 8BH · Telford and Wrekin · primary school
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40th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.0/10 against 912 of them, against 1.0/10 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 | 25.0 · 2 | 62% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 25.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% 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 (1.0 out of 10 either way).
Getting in
The published school roll is 196 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading and maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the lower performance band?
What Ofsted said about Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Overview
Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School is described as a "caring school" where pupils develop close friendships and feel safe. While behaviour, personal development, and leadership are rated as good, the quality of education requires improvement, particularly regarding consistency in teaching writing and supporting pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, showing respect and understanding the importance of "good listening".
- The school has made significant progress in improving attendance for pupils who were previously absent frequently.
- Pupils develop a "love of reading" and enjoy stories matched to their levels, with support for those falling behind.
- Leaders have redesigned the curriculum to be "ambitious for all pupils" and provided high-quality staff training.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, creating an "open and positive culture" that puts pupils’ interests first.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide regular opportunities for pupils to develop reasoning skills in mathematics with greater independence, as a lack of practice prevents deeper understanding.
- The new approach to supporting early writing is not delivered consistently; staff must ensure all pupils are supported to form letters and write sentences at an age-appropriate level.
- Staff must consistently adapt learning for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as some currently receive work not well matched to their needs.
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 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 25% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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