We were delighted to welcome Ross Gill, also known as Teacher Toolkit, to The Grove School. His visit marked the culmination of several months of work delivering impactful #TTkit CPD alongside our fantastic Headteacher, Mitchell Allsopp, and the rest of our dedicated teaching staff.
Having first collaborated with Mitch when he was Deputy Head at another school, Ross shared how meaningful it is to now see him thriving in his role as Headteacher – what a journey of leadership and growth!
Huge thanks to everyone involved in this enriching experience. Here’s to the positive ripple effects on our school community! 🌟
We’re excited to announce our PE Conference taking place on Wednesday 9th October, from 9:30am – 4:00pm at Shrewsbury Town Football Club
This year’s event features two incredible keynote speakers: ✨ Tom Davies – Former Commonwealth Judo Star ✨ Dr Ayaz Bhuta MBE – Paralympic Gold Medalist in Wheelchair Rugby
A fantastic opportunity for PE professionals to gain insights, inspiration, and practical strategies from world-class athletes and educators.
📅 Date: Wednesday 9th October 🕤 Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm 📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Town Football Club
We’re thrilled to announce that the Marches Academy Trust Futures Fayre will be held at the stunning Alderford Lake on Wednesday, 12th November 2025! This flagship event will welcome over 1,500 students from across Shropshire in Years 6, 11, and Sixth Form - all at key decision-making points in their educational journey.
The day will also include a special open session for families, giving students and their loved ones the chance to explore future opportunities together.
🚀 Interested in Exhibiting? 🚀 We’re still looking for passionate organisations ready to inspire the next generation! If your business, training provider, or educational institution wants to showcase exciting pathways, we’d love to hear from you.
🎉 Results Day Joy at The Grove School – Students Shine Bright in Market Drayton! 🌟
The smiles said it all today at The Grove School as students opened their envelopes and celebrated an incredible set of results! From proud families to joyful students, the energy around school has been electric!
Headteacher Mitch Allsopp shared: “Behind every result is a story of resilience, growth and determination. We’re proud of every single member of Team Grove -students, staff and families who made today possible. These results reflect our continued upward journey as a school, and we’re excited to see what our students do next.”
Whether heading to college, apprenticeships or continuing the journey in our Sixth Form, Team Grove is stepping confidently into the future. And with the launch of Open6, our revolutionary hybrid Sixth Form model, students now have even more flexibility and subject choice than ever before.
Incredible work from all our students - we’re so proud of each and every one of you!
📅 Want to find out more? Join us for our Open Evening on Tuesday 23rd September, 4:30pm–7:30pm and discover how we’re helping students thrive all the way through from Year 7 to Year 13.
On 30th August, Mandy Jones, a proud member of the Marches Academy Trust Executive Team, will be taking on an incredible shark dive, all to raise money for our Trust’s charity, the 4 All Foundation.
The 4 All Foundation supports children and young people across all our schools, funding opportunities, experiences and support that go beyond the classroom. Mandy’s brave plunge will help raise vital funds to continue this work and she’s doing it with courage (and a wetsuit!) for a cause that’s close to all our hearts.
🎉🎓 Grove School Students Celebrate A Level Success and Bright Futures Ahead! 🎓🎉
What a fantastic day of smiles, celebration, and well-earned success as our incredible Sixth Form students collected their A Level results and what a journey it’s been!
This year’s results are about so much more than grades. They reflect the resilience, ambition, and character that truly define our Grove students. Whether heading to university, into apprenticeships, or starting exciting careers, our young people are stepping into their next chapter with pride and purpose.
Mitch Allsopp, Headteacher, shared: “Behind every grade is a story of hard work and personal triumph. We’re incredibly proud of each student. The results show a strong upward trend for academic performance at Team Grove, and I want to thank our amazing staff for their dedication. To our students - thank you for being a big part of Team Grove. Don’t forget to come back and share your exciting new adventures!”
Nicola Warrender-Dodds, Associate Assistant Headteacher & Head of Sixth Form, added: “A massive well done to all our Sixth Formers on an incredible set of results. Your determination and drive have truly paid off. I’m so proud of all you’ve achieved and I can’t wait to hear about what you go on to do next. It’s been a pleasure to lead such an inspiring cohort.”
Notable Achievements: ✨ Sadie Harvey – A* English Literature, A* Sociology, A Film Studies, A EPQ | English Literature at Warwick University ✨ Kaiden Dobson – B English Literature, B Film Studies, B Photography | Law with International Relations at Sussex University ✨ Lilly Davies – B Business Studies, B Economics, B Sociology, A EPQ | Higher-level degree apprenticeship ✨ Tom Coburn – A Business Studies, B Geography, B Maths | Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan ✨ Layla Marshall – A Economics, B English Literature, B Sociology, A EPQ | Prestigious NFU Apprenticeship
Thinking about Sixth Form? Join us at our Open Evening on Thursday 9th October, from 4:30pm–6:30pm, and see for yourself what makes The Grove School a place where young people thrive.
As we get ready for the new school year, just a reminder that all uniform information can be found on our school website. This includes details on required items, PE kit, and our uniform expectations.
Our supplier for branded uniform items are:
✅ School Shop Direct
If you have any questions or need support with uniform costs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re here to help.
We’re excited to welcome you to our Open Evening – a fantastic opportunity to discover what makes The Grove School such a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious learning community.
🔹 Tour our facilities including our bespoke transition area called The Shore. 🔹 Meet our staff and students 🔹 Learn about our curriculum and enrichment opportunities 🔹 Hear from school leaders about our vision and values
Whether you're starting to think about secondary school options or ready to make a decision, we’d love to show you what The Grove has to offer.
Wonderful News from Grove School!
We were delighted to welcome Ross Gill, also known as Teacher Toolkit, to The Grove School. His visit marked the culmination of several months of work delivering impactful #TTkit CPD alongside our fantastic Headteacher, Mitchell Allsopp, and the rest of our dedicated teaching staff.
Having first collaborated with Mitch when he was Deputy Head at another school, Ross shared how meaningful it is to now see him thriving in his role as Headteacher – what a journey of leadership and growth!
Huge thanks to everyone involved in this enriching experience. Here’s to the positive ripple effects on our school community! 🌟
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📢 PE Conference 2025 – Save the Date!
We’re excited to announce our PE Conference taking place on Wednesday 9th October, from 9:30am – 4:00pm at Shrewsbury Town Football Club
This year’s event features two incredible keynote speakers:
✨ Tom Davies – Former Commonwealth Judo Star
✨ Dr Ayaz Bhuta MBE – Paralympic Gold Medalist in Wheelchair Rugby
A fantastic opportunity for PE professionals to gain insights, inspiration, and practical strategies from world-class athletes and educators.
📅 Date: Wednesday 9th October
🕤 Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Town Football Club
👉 To book your place, email: [email protected]
Don’t miss out on this inspiring day of professional learning and networking!
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🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that the Marches Academy Trust Futures Fayre will be held at the stunning Alderford Lake on Wednesday, 12th November 2025!
This flagship event will welcome over 1,500 students from across Shropshire in Years 6, 11, and Sixth Form - all at key decision-making points in their educational journey.
The day will also include a special open session for families, giving students and their loved ones the chance to explore future opportunities together.
🚀 Interested in Exhibiting? 🚀
We’re still looking for passionate organisations ready to inspire the next generation! If your business, training provider, or educational institution wants to showcase exciting pathways, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch: [email protected]
Save the Date and join us in shaping futures at one of the most exciting careers events in the region!
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🎉 Results Day Joy at The Grove School – Students Shine Bright in Market Drayton! 🌟
The smiles said it all today at The Grove School as students opened their envelopes and celebrated an incredible set of results! From proud families to joyful students, the energy around school has been electric!
Headteacher Mitch Allsopp shared: “Behind every result is a story of resilience, growth and determination. We’re proud of every single member of Team Grove -students, staff and families who made today possible. These results reflect our continued upward journey as a school, and we’re excited to see what our students do next.”
Whether heading to college, apprenticeships or continuing the journey in our Sixth Form, Team Grove is stepping confidently into the future. And with the launch of Open6, our revolutionary hybrid Sixth Form model, students now have even more flexibility and subject choice than ever before.
Special shout-outs to some of our stars:
🌟 Owen Sorbie – 1x Grade 9, 2x Grade 8s, 2x Grade 7s
🌟 Katie Whittaker – 1x Grade 9, 2x Grade 8s, 2x Grade 7s
🌟 Grace Caden – 1x Grade 9, 1x Grade 8, 2x Grade 7s
🌟 Freddy McDonald – 3x Grade 8s, 5x Grade 7s
🌟 Connor Simpson – 1x Grade 8, 7x Grade 7s
🌟 Ellie-Mae Lewis – 1x Grade 8, 3x Grade 7s
Incredible work from all our students - we’re so proud of each and every one of you!
📅 Want to find out more?
Join us for our Open Evening on Tuesday 23rd September, 4:30pm–7:30pm and discover how we’re helping students thrive all the way through from Year 7 to Year 13.
🔗 Learn more: groveschoolmarketdrayton.co.uk
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She’s diving in for a great cause! 💙🦈
On 30th August, Mandy Jones, a proud member of the Marches Academy Trust Executive Team, will be taking on an incredible shark dive, all to raise money for our Trust’s charity, the 4 All Foundation.
The 4 All Foundation supports children and young people across all our schools, funding opportunities, experiences and support that go beyond the classroom. Mandy’s brave plunge will help raise vital funds to continue this work and she’s doing it with courage (and a wetsuit!) for a cause that’s close to all our hearts.
🦈 Want to support Mandy and the 4 All Foundation?
📲 Scan the QR code on the poster below to donate – every contribution makes a difference!
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Got your results today?
Check out this list of places to grab yourself some free food.
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🎉🎓 Grove School Students Celebrate A Level Success and Bright Futures Ahead! 🎓🎉
What a fantastic day of smiles, celebration, and well-earned success as our incredible Sixth Form students collected their A Level results and what a journey it’s been!
This year’s results are about so much more than grades. They reflect the resilience, ambition, and character that truly define our Grove students. Whether heading to university, into apprenticeships, or starting exciting careers, our young people are stepping into their next chapter with pride and purpose.
Mitch Allsopp, Headteacher, shared: “Behind every grade is a story of hard work and personal triumph. We’re incredibly proud of each student. The results show a strong upward trend for academic performance at Team Grove, and I want to thank our amazing staff for their dedication. To our students - thank you for being a big part of Team Grove. Don’t forget to come back and share your exciting new adventures!”
Nicola Warrender-Dodds, Associate Assistant Headteacher & Head of Sixth Form, added: “A massive well done to all our Sixth Formers on an incredible set of results. Your determination and drive have truly paid off. I’m so proud of all you’ve achieved and I can’t wait to hear about what you go on to do next. It’s been a pleasure to lead such an inspiring cohort.”
Notable Achievements:
✨ Sadie Harvey – A* English Literature, A* Sociology, A Film Studies, A EPQ | English Literature at Warwick University
✨ Kaiden Dobson – B English Literature, B Film Studies, B Photography | Law with International Relations at Sussex University
✨ Lilly Davies – B Business Studies, B Economics, B Sociology, A EPQ | Higher-level degree apprenticeship
✨ Tom Coburn – A Business Studies, B Geography, B Maths | Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan
✨ Layla Marshall – A Economics, B English Literature, B Sociology, A EPQ | Prestigious NFU Apprenticeship
Thinking about Sixth Form?
Join us at our Open Evening on Thursday 9th October, from 4:30pm–6:30pm, and see for yourself what makes The Grove School a place where young people thrive.
More info: www.groveschoolmarketdrayton.co.uk
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👕🎒 Uniform Reminder for Families 🎒👕
As we get ready for the new school year, just a reminder that all uniform information can be found on our school website. This includes details on required items, PE kit, and our uniform expectations.
Our supplier for branded uniform items are:
✅ School Shop Direct
If you have any questions or need support with uniform costs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re here to help.
📧 Email: [email protected]
Let’s start the year looking smart and feeling ready! 😊
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🎓✨ Explore The Grove School – Open Evening ✨🎓
📅 Tuesday 23rd September
🕟 4:30pm – 7:30pm
We’re excited to welcome you to our Open Evening – a fantastic opportunity to discover what makes The Grove School such a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious learning community.
🔹 Tour our facilities including our bespoke transition area called The Shore.
🔹 Meet our staff and students
🔹 Learn about our curriculum and enrichment opportunities
🔹 Hear from school leaders about our vision and values
Whether you're starting to think about secondary school options or ready to make a decision, we’d love to show you what The Grove has to offer.
📍 No need to book – just come along!
🌐 Learn more at: www.groveschoolmarketdrayton.co.uk
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