Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School
URN: 145792 • Market Drayton TF9 3BA
Overview
- Name
- Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School
- URN
- 145792
- 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
- 56.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kerry Simmons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01630652909
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Longslow Road, Market Drayton TF9 3BA
Summary
Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School is a mixed primary academy located in Market Drayton, Shropshire, with a current enrolment of 356 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 all children. Headteacher Kerry Simmons emphasises the importance of lifelong learning and aims to help every child reach their full potential.
The school prioritises high standards in both teaching and learning, with a strong focus on literacy, particularly through a new phonics programme that has received positive feedback from parents and Ofsted. Support for vulnerable pupils is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives such as play therapy and family support available to ensure all children thrive.
Community engagement is evident in the school's approach, with parents expressing satisfaction with their children's progress and the dedication of the staff. The school encourages collaboration and communication, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for families and promoting a child-friendly environment that addresses issues like bullying effectively.
The school prioritises high standards in both teaching and learning, with a strong focus on literacy, particularly through a new phonics programme that has received positive feedback from parents and Ofsted. Support for vulnerable pupils is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives such as play therapy and family support available to ensure all children thrive.
Community engagement is evident in the school's approach, with parents expressing satisfaction with their children's progress and the dedication of the staff. The school encourages collaboration and communication, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for families and promoting a child-friendly environment that addresses issues like bullying effectively.
Useful links
- Governors’ information and duties (governance)
- Governors: Who we are… (governance)
- SEND (Special educational needs and disability) information (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- About Us (other)
- Headteacher Welcome Message (other)
- Our Admissions Process (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (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
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EMPOWER TRUST
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 356
- Boys
- 177
- Girls
- 179
- FSM %
- 25.10
- Open date
- 2018-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 356 | 177 | 179 | 270 | 25.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 342 | 168 | 174 | 270 | 21.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 397 | 198 | 199 | 270 | 27.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 397 | 198 | 199 | 270 | 27.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 431 | 209 | 222 | 270 | 29.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 442 | 217 | 225 | 270 | 26.60 |
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