Market Drayton Junior School
URN: 145788 • MARKET DRAYTON TF9 3HU
Overview
- Name
- Market Drayton Junior School
- URN
- 145788
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EMPOWER TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sally Brayne (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01630652769
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Market Drayton Junior School, MARKET DRAYTON TF9 3HU
Summary
Market Drayton Junior School is a mixed academy located in Market Drayton, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 337 pupils and a capacity of 360. The school is committed to fostering a collaborative and friendly environment, where both pupils and parents can find valuable information and support. The headteacher, Emma Tibbitts, emphasizes the importance of community and encourages open communication with families.
The curriculum at Market Drayton Junior School is well-structured and designed to set high expectations for all pupils, ensuring they achieve strong progress. Leaders have carefully planned the curriculum to build on prior knowledge, particularly in subjects like mathematics. The school also prioritizes the needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), providing effective support to enhance their learning experience.
Pupils at Market Drayton Junior School enjoy a safe and inclusive atmosphere, where they develop positive relationships with peers and staff. The school promotes leadership opportunities and encourages students to engage in various activities, including educational visits and sports competitions. Parents appreciate the school's strong sense of community and the proactive approach to addressing any concerns, contributing to a supportive educational environment.
The curriculum at Market Drayton Junior School is well-structured and designed to set high expectations for all pupils, ensuring they achieve strong progress. Leaders have carefully planned the curriculum to build on prior knowledge, particularly in subjects like mathematics. The school also prioritizes the needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), providing effective support to enhance their learning experience.
Pupils at Market Drayton Junior School enjoy a safe and inclusive atmosphere, where they develop positive relationships with peers and staff. The school promotes leadership opportunities and encourages students to engage in various activities, including educational visits and sports competitions. Parents appreciate the school's strong sense of community and the proactive approach to addressing any concerns, contributing to a supportive educational environment.
Useful links
- Governors’ information and duties (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND (Special educational needs and disability) information (sen)
- The SEND Local Offer (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- About Us (other)
- Headteacher Welcome Message (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Admissions/Attendance (other)
- Policies (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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EMPOWER TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 337
- Boys
- 171
- Girls
- 166
- FSM %
- 32.30
- Open date
- 2018-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 337 | 171 | 166 | 360 | 32.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 362 | 189 | 173 | 360 | 32.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 356 | 187 | 169 | 360 | 27.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 356 | 187 | 169 | 360 | 27.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 357 | 185 | 172 | 360 | 21.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 363 | 188 | 175 | 360 | 15.20 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.