Newdale Primary School & Nursery
Telford, TF3 5HA · Telford and Wrekin · primary school
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6th 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 — 6.7/10 against 3,087 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newdale Primary School & Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 2.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 498 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard, given the 2.0% attainment rate? What specific support is available for children transitioning from the nursery phase?
What Ofsted said about Newdale Primary School & Nursery
Overview
Newdale Primary School & Nursery continues to be an outstanding school, described as an ‘aspirational school’ where leaders ‘want the very best for every pupil’. Pupils ‘enjoy coming to school and love learning’, supported by a curriculum that is ‘extremely well planned’ and delivered consistently. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high standards in education, behaviour, and leadership.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘carefully structured’ to build knowledge and vocabulary, with staff possessing ‘strong subject knowledge’ to deliver it effectively.
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ‘respond exceptionally well’ to high expectations and ‘achieve highly’.
- Reading is prioritised as a ‘gateway to learning’, with staff acting as ‘experts in the teaching of reading’ to ensure pupils catch up quickly if needed.
- Governance is a strength, with governors bringing a ‘wealth of experience and skill’ and working to ensure staff workload is manageable.
- Children in the early years ‘get off to a strong start’, with staff forming ‘positive and productive relationships’ and prioritising early language skills.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust procedures in place and staff who are ‘equally well trained and vigilant’ in reporting concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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