Market Drayton Infant School

URN: 123382 • Market Drayton TF9 3BA

Overview

Name
Market Drayton Infant School
URN
123382
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Scott (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Longslow Road, Market Drayton TF9 3BA

Summary

Market Drayton Infant School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Market Drayton, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 470 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 270. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment that supports the emotional and educational development of every child. Headteacher Kerry Simmons emphasises the importance of achieving potential through high expectations in both learning and behaviour.

The curriculum at Market Drayton Infant School prioritises pupil well-being and academic achievement, with a strong focus on literacy, particularly through a new phonics teaching programme that aims to foster fluent reading skills. The school actively involves pupils in creating policies, such as their child-friendly anti-bullying policy, ensuring that students feel empowered and supported.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, with parents expressing satisfaction with the progress their children make and the dedication of the staff. The school fosters a culture of lifelong learning and aims to raise standards in teaching and learning for all members of the school community.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
470
Boys
247
Girls
223
FSM %
13.40
Open date
Close date
2018-05-31
Last Ofsted
2013-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 470 247 223 270 13.40
2024-09-11 470 247 223 270 13.40
2023-09-11 470 247 223 270 13.40
2022-09-11 470 247 223 270 13.40
2021-09-11 470 247 223 270 13.40
2020-09-11 470 247 223 270 13.40

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