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Longlands Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Longlands Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Market Drayton, Shropshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 217 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

217

Pupils

210

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Longlands Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Longlands Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Shropshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 217 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Shropshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Longlands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Linden Way, Fairfields, Market Drayton, TF9 1QU
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
44.3% of pupils
DfE URN
141368

Other Primary Schools in Market Drayton

If Longlands Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Market Drayton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Longlands Primary School

Is Longlands Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Longlands Primary School currently has 217 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Longlands Primary School?

Admission to Longlands Primary School is managed by Shropshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Longlands Primary School cover?

Longlands Primary School is a primary school in Market Drayton, Shropshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Longlands Primary School?

Longlands Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.