Message from the Headteacher

At Sanders Draper, part of the Success For All Educational Trust, we are incredibly proud of our inclusive approach, which is informed by the principle that a stimulating and personalised education is an entitlement for every child. The harmonious ethos and relationships underpin all that we do and provide the foundation success. We are proud to be a member of the success for all education trust as this feeds into our ethos and success.

We know that having a good education has never been so important. Our core role is to develop and support young people to become successful,  academic, independent learners with excellent communication and employability skills. Part of this is ensuring students partake in truly memorable  experiences which allow them to find their passion. 

We are a local school for local people. Who are proud of our past. Determined in our present preparing for future success and to be the best we can be, by being true to our values  of Resilience, Achievement and Family.

The support of our whole school community; children, families and the school is vitally important. 

We look forward to welcoming you to our Sanders Draper family.

Mr S Brooks

Ofsted Feedback 2023

“Pupils are happy and safe here. They appreciated being part of a school rooted in local history… Pupils valued their small school community where they are well known by staff and their peers. They enjoy caring professional relationships with staff. Staff have high expectations of pupils’ work and conduct.“ 

"The school is calm and orderly environment."

"Leaders have planned an ambitious curriculum for all pupils.. They build upon these important concepts each year. This careful sequencing helps pupils to build a deep body of knowledge in most subjects. Teachers give regular opportunities for pupils to revise prior learning, so that it is embedded."

"Pupils behave well in class and around the school. Disruption to learning is rare."