Short Wood Primary School is a foundation school serving families in Telford and the wider Telford and Wrekin area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Short Wood Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 3 to 11 years. With 546 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 490, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 07 January 2025, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.