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Short Wood Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Short Wood Primary School
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Short Wood Primary School
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- Wellington TF1 2JA
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers routinely help pupils improve their work and move their learning on.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum broadens pupils鈥� learning experiences with various subjects and settings.
Areas Needing Improvement: Most-able pupils need more challenging work to avoid slowing their learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are making better progress in mathematics, working on greater depth skills.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional adults support effectively pupils in lessons, aiding their progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The school is a calm and purposeful learning environment; behaviour is exemplary.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are effectively supported in lessons and make strong progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Members of staff are vigilant and the school promotes pupil safety excellently.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose, and the culture around safety is excellent.
Parent Feedback: Parents value the school鈥檚 pastoral support and high-quality education.
Parental Involvement: Parents can join daily activities like 'parent story time' and language work sessions.
Extracurricular Activities: The 鈥榗reative curriculum鈥� includes visits, trips, and excursions for varied learning experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: The early years 鈥榮quirrel school鈥� allows children to learn outside with sensory materials.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high, and teachers are proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Improvement strategies are beginning to have an impact on pupils鈥� learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Self-evaluation is detailed and accurate; school improvement partner provides additional scrutiny and support.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Most-able pupils still require more challenging tasks to avoid slowing their learning.
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About Us
Short Wood Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 568 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 64% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Some of our students made the decision to share Short Wood from the perspective of a little child. To view the video they conceptualised, shot, and edited, click on the image below. The school occupies an honourable position at the centre of the neighbourhood. The Wellington district of Telford is where our school is situated. We have a large, environmentally friendly building that has won awards, and it provides a fascinating and secure learning environment. Our welcoming, courteous environment fosters productive interactions between parents and children. We are a culturally diverse school, and the governors and every member of the staff promote respect for all religions and cultures. When working with kids, we support their dreams and help them have high standards for themselves. We offer top-notch facilities throughout the school, including spacious, light-filled classrooms and fantastic spaces for sports and the arts. Our school is surrounded by lovely greenery, and all year long, we conduct Forest Schools activities and utilise the outdoors for learning. We also have a large number of fields for sports including rugby, cricket, cricket, and football. With Arthog Outreach situated in our Sports Hall, we have a climbing wall installed and a low ropes course, which are used for indoor activities and training programmes.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | - | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | 57.41% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 7.82% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 99 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 58% 2 | 60.95% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 8.8% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 60% 12 | 61.69% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 1 | 10.26% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 96 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 48% | 59.55% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.4% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Short Wood Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1