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Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School is a academy converter primary school in Market Drayton, Shropshire , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 356 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–7

Age range

356

Pupils

270

Capacity

132%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Market Drayton Infant & Nursery 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: 356 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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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Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Longslow Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3BA
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
25.1% of pupils
DfE URN
145792

Other Primary Schools in Market Drayton

If Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Market Drayton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School

Is Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School oversubscribed?

Yes — Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School currently has 356 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School?

Admission to Market Drayton Infant & Nursery 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 Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School cover?

Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School is a primary school in Market Drayton, Shropshire, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School?

Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.