Haberdashers' Adams
Newport, TF10 7BD · Telford and Wrekin · Grammar school
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2nd of 12 secondary schools in Telford and Wrekin we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 171 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 9.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.79 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 97.3 · 98 | 30% | 2.98 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.46 · 82 | 25% | 2.08 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 73.9 · 98 | 10% | 0.99 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Haberdashers' Adams overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 94.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 71.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.46 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 9.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Combined Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh, Astronomy, Debating, and Creative Writing clubs. Sports include Rugby, Hockey, and Netball. Trips range from a ski trip and music tour of Australia to rugby tours in Hong Kong and New Zealand, hockey and netball tours in South Africa, and French and German exchanges. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,090 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,126. 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 to maintain their high attainment levels in English and maths? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the Duke of Edinburgh award? How does the school
What Ofsted said about Haberdashers' Adams
Overview
This inspection judged the school’s overall effectiveness as ‘Good’, with ‘Outstanding’ behaviour and attitudes. The report describes a community where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging, supported by a house system likened to ‘being part of a family’. Staff provide high levels of academic and pastoral care, resulting in pupils who are ‘mature, articulate young adults’ with a ‘hunger for learning’.
Strengths
- Pupils behave exceptionally well, showing respect and politeness, with bullying being ‘extremely rare’.
- Teachers are ‘highly knowledgeable’ and use effective questioning to identify misconceptions quickly.
- The curriculum is ‘well planned and sequenced’ in many subjects, particularly at key stages 4 and 5.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘well supported’ by ambitious leaders.
- There is a ‘wealth of extra-curricular clubs’ and leadership opportunities, including sport, music, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Areas to improve
- In some key stage 3 subjects, the curriculum is ‘not coherently planned and sequenced’, hindering knowledge retention.
- The relationships and sex education (RSE) curriculum is ‘not planned or delivered well enough’, leaving some pupils with an insecure understanding of topics like healthy relationships.
- Trustees and governors have ‘not sufficiently held leaders to account’ for aspects of the school’s work, particularly regarding personal development.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with appropriate systems, annual training reflecting latest guidance, and clear procedures for staff to follow if they have concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 71.2 |
| 2024/25 | 71.8 |
| 2025/26 | 73.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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