Question 1

Is The Telford Park School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The school is oversubscribed locally, but the available GCSE performance measures are well below England averages: Attainment 8 is 28.4, EBacc APS is 2.5, and 16% achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families should use visits and published school information to assess current improvements in behaviour, teaching consistency, and pastoral response.

Question 2

What are the fees at The Telford Park School?

Accepted Answer

It is a state-funded school, so there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for normal costs such as uniform, trips, and optional activities.

Question 3

How do I apply for Year 7 entry in September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Year 7 applications are coordinated by Telford and Wrekin. The official secondary admissions guide for 2026-27 entry states the application deadline is 31 October 2026, with offers released on the council timetable in late February 2026.

Question 4

What are the GCSE results like at The Telford Park School?

Accepted Answer

In the latest available results, Attainment 8 is 28.4 and EBacc APS is 2.5. English and maths outcomes are weak, with 16% achieving grade 5 or above and 30.4% achieving grade 4 or above.

Question 5

What time does the school day start and finish?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes a day running from 8.40am to 3.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.40am to 2.35pm on Friday. Breakfast club opens at 8.00am with free toast and does not require booking.

Question 6

What clubs and enrichment does the school offer?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes an enrichment timetable including sports clubs such as netball, rugby, football, fitness, and basketball. Transition information also references clubs such as Dungeons and Dragons and Rock Band, alongside a gym club.

Question 7

Is The Telford Park School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The supplied admissions data shows 232 applications and 166 offers for the most recent Year 7 entry cycle provided, around 1.4 applications per place. Oversubscription criteria and proximity are typically important factors, so families should review the local authority arrangements.

1st preference	91	89	98%
2nd preference	46	17	37%
3rd preference	59	5	8%
4th preference	36	55	100%
Total	232	166	72%

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