Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery
URN: 123397 • Market Drayton TF9 2HB
Overview
- Name
- Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery
- URN
- 123397
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Elkes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01630638370
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Buntingsdale Park, Market Drayton TF9 2HB
Summary
Buntingsdale Primary School and Nursery is a community school located in Market Drayton, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 77 pupils and a capacity of 120. The school prides itself on fostering a strong partnership between home and school, ensuring that each child feels secure and is encouraged to reach their individual potential. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, “Learn to live, live to learn,” which reflects its commitment to holistic education.
The curriculum at Buntingsdale is designed to explore various aspects of knowledge and understanding, equipping children with both emotional and practical skills necessary for their development. The school is situated in a picturesque rural setting, which enhances the learning environment and community spirit.
Buntingsdale welcomes visits from prospective parents and children, with open evenings held annually for new reception-age children. The school also offers transition days and arrangements for pupils joining at other times, allowing for a smooth integration into the school community.
The curriculum at Buntingsdale is designed to explore various aspects of knowledge and understanding, equipping children with both emotional and practical skills necessary for their development. The school is situated in a picturesque rural setting, which enhances the learning environment and community spirit.
Buntingsdale welcomes visits from prospective parents and children, with open evenings held annually for new reception-age children. The school also offers transition days and arrangements for pupils joining at other times, allowing for a smooth integration into the school community.
Useful links
- 11.07.2025.pdf (download)
- 27.6.25.pdf (download)
- 20th June 2025 PDF.pdf (download)
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Adderley CofE Primary School (69.0)
- Market Drayton Infant School (67.2)
- Market Drayton Junior School (66.5)
- Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School (63.1)
- Hodnet Primary School (63.0)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 77
- Boys
- 38
- Girls
- 39
- FSM %
- 18.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 77 | 38 | 39 | 120 | 18.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 80 | 39 | 41 | 120 | 22.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 77 | 39 | 38 | 120 | 26.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 77 | 39 | 38 | 120 | 26.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 79 | 40 | 39 | 120 | 16.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 73 | 42 | 31 | 87 | 8.70 |
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