Dothill Primary School
Severn Drive, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3JBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Dothill Primary School is a primary school in Telford for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 84 schools in Telford and Wrekin. It ranks 30th of 38 primary schools in Telford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 October 2013, report published 11 November 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 June 2024
This is a school where everyone has a voice. Pupils are happy to come to school because they feel valued and safe. Some pupils join the school partway through the year. These pupils settle quickly because everyone makes them feel welcome. The school has high expectations in all aspects of school life. The motto of 'ready, respectful and safe' is central to the school's approach to behaviour. Pupils understand the school's expectations and why these rules are important. They know that if there are any problems, such as bullying, staff will sort these out straightaway. The curriculum is ambitious, and teachers ensure learning is interesting and engaging. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same rich curriculum as their peers. As a result, pupils love coming to school and achieve well. There is a strong focus on helping pupils develop as citizens. They relish taking on responsibilities, these include being play leaders, librarians, safeguarding leads and eco- leads. A beautiful nature reserve surrounds the school, where pupils volunteer to look after wildlife. Pupils respect each other's differences by learning about diverse role models in the arts and science. There is a sport to suit everyone from archery and cricket to boccia and dance.
What the school should improve
- The school does not ensure that younger pupils develop a secure knowledge and understanding of grammar and spelling. This means that pupils are not achieving their full potential in writing. The school should ensure that the early writing curriculum promotes this foundational knowledge with regular opportunities to check for understanding and to practise.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
59 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
342 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Dothill Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrekin View Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| St Peter's Bratton Church of England Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 66% met the expected standard |
| Apley Wood Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Millbrook Primary School and Nursery | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Foundation school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Trust
- The Beacon Co-operative Learning trust
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jennifer Thomas
- Phone
- 01952386870
- Address
- Severn Drive, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3JB
- Local authority
- Telford and Wrekin
- URN
- 135496
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.