Welcome to Thomas Telford Primary Free School
I am delighted to welcome you to our school’s website. As the Headteacher of Thomas Telford Primary, I am proud to lead a school that is committed to providing a high-quality education in Priorslee. We are dedicated to fostering innovation, inclusivity, and a love of learning, ensuring that every child thrives both academically and emotionally.
Our school is a new and exciting opportunity for young learners, grounded in research-based practices that inform our teaching and curriculum. We provide a rich and engaging educational experience designed to equip our pupils with the skills they need for success in the 21st century. At the same time, we are committed to professional growth and development for our staff, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and coaching. This collaborative approach ensures that both pupils and staff reach their fullest potential.
Our vision is clear: we aim to create a nurturing and forward-thinking environment where children not only excel academically but also grow socially and emotionally. We believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life, and we work hard to ensure that the opportunities we provide will help shape their future success.
Our mission is to raise educational standards through effective teaching practices and share our successes with the wider community. We place particular emphasis on English and Maths, ensuring that our pupils become functionally literate and numerate, able to access a broad and fulfilling education. Discipline and high standards of behaviour are integral to our school, creating a foundation in which our teachers can teach at their very best, and all our pupils can achieve their full potential.
We are excited about the journey ahead and look forward to working together with you to make Thomas Telford Primary a place where every child can thrive and succeed.
Claire Whiting
Executive Headteacher
Thomas Telford Primary Free School Update
Thomas Telford Primary School will begin operations in temporary accommodation during its first year, 2025-2026. Initially, the school will offer 30 places in Reception, Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3, along with 15 places in Years 4 and 5. These classes will be located in a temporary two-storey building on the site of the permanent school. The placement of these temporary classrooms is designed to mitigate delays and provide the much-needed spaces ahead of the 2026 opening of the permanent school.
Expression of interest
We would love the opportunity to be a pivotal part of your child’s educational journey over the years ahead.
Please complete the form below to express interest in your child joining Thomas Telford Primary Free School.
Please note: applications for children to join Year 1 to Year 5 at Thomas Telford Primary Free School for the 2025-2026 school year will open on 16th June 2025. All applications need to be completed through the Telford and Wrekin Admissions Portal. Further information and links to the relevant webpages can be found here: Joining Us
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