Dropmore Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Littleworth Road Dropmore Dropmore Infant School Burnham Berkshire SL1 8PF |
| Reference Number | 110223 |
Dropmore Infant School has demonstrated a strong performance overall, reflecting a positive educational environment for its pupils. The new leadership team has made significant improvements, and the curriculum has been developed ambitously. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere where pupils feel safe, show kindness to each other, and embrace the values of independence, curiosity, and respect. The focus on personal development is particularly outstanding, with various opportunities for pupils to engage with the community and learn about different cultures.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 61.54%
Girls: 38.46% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 1.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 7 | 20 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 51.9% |
| Indian | 11.5% |
| White, Other | 7.7% |
| White & Asian | 7.7% |
| Pakistani | 7.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.8% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.9% |
| Irish | 1.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 20 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 27 Feb 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jul 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Mar 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Staff provide a warm and nurturing environment.
- Pupils feel safe and behave well.
- Strong focus on reading and phonics leading to effective reading outcomes.
- Ambitious curriculum developed for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning.
Areas for Improvement
- Recent curriculum developments need time to show positive impact in all subjects.
- Some pupils are less focused on learning at times.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 27 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 21 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Farnham Common Infant School
Beaconsfield Road, Farnham Common, Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL2 3HS |
1.79 miles |
|
St Paul's Church of England Combined School, Wooburn
Stratford Drive, Wooburn Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP10 0QH |
1.81 miles |
|
Farnham Common Junior School
Sherbourne Walk, Farnham Common, Buckinghamshire, SL2 3TZ |
1.92 miles |
|
Caldicott School
Crown Lane, Slough, SL2 3SL |
1.96 miles |
|
Wooburn Green Primary School
School Road, Wooburn Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP10 0HF |
2 miles |
|
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Cookham
School Lane, Cookham, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 9QJ |
2.35 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7DE |
2.35 miles |
|
Dair House School
Bishops Blake, Farnham Royal, SL2 3BY |
2.39 miles |
|
Westfield School
Highfield Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5BE |
2.45 miles |
|
Lynch Hill School Primary Academy
Garrard Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 2AN |
2.48 miles |
|
Holtspur School & Pre-School
Cherry Tree Road, Holtspur, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1BH |
2.6 miles |
|
Butlers Court School
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RW |
2.6 miles |
|
Juniper Hill School
Churchill Close, Flackwell Heath, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP10 9LA |
2.74 miles |
|
Claycots School
Monksfield Way, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 1QX |
2.77 miles |
|
Claytons Primary School
Wendover Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5NS |
2.8 miles |
|
Cookham Nursery School
Station Hill, Maidenhead, SL6 9BT |
2.82 miles |
|
Priory School
Orchard Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 6HE |
2.82 miles |
|
St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School
Rectory Road, Taplow, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, SL6 0ET |
2.84 miles |
|
Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Derwent Drive, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 6HW |
2.84 miles |
|
Davenies School
Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1AA |
2.86 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
E-Act Bourne End Academy
New Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5BW |
2.28 miles |
|
Burnham Grammar School
Hogfair Lane, Burnham, Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7HG |
2.47 miles |
|
The Beaconsfield School
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1SJ |
2.5 miles |
|
Beaconsfield High School
Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1RR |
2.53 miles |
|
Beechwood School
Long Readings Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 1QE |
2.63 miles |
|
Arbour Vale School
Farnham Road, Farnham Royal, Slough, SL2 3AE |
2.84 miles |
|
Al-Madani Independent Grammar School
1 Whittle Parkway, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 6FE |
3.17 miles |
|
Al-Madani Girls School
339 - 341 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5PR |
3.39 miles |
|
Baylis Court School
Gloucester Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3AH |
3.61 miles |
|
Pioneer Secondary Academy
Hollybush Hill, Pioneer House, Hollybush Hill, Pioneer House, Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4QB |
3.65 miles |
|
Herschel Grammar School
Northampton Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3BW |
3.86 miles |
|
The Westgate School
Cippenham Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5AH |
3.9 miles |
|
Alfriston School
Penn Road, Knotty Green, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2TS |
4 miles |
|
Eden Girls' School, Slough
183-187 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4AA |
4.08 miles |
|
Forest Bridge School
Braywick Road, Braywick Park, Maidenhead, SL6 1BN |
4.13 miles |
|
Teikyo School UK
Fulmer Grange, Framewood Road, Wexham, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4QS |
4.14 miles |
|
International School of Creative Arts
Framewood Road, Wexham, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4QS |
4.21 miles |
|
Furze Platt Senior School
Furze Platt Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7NQ |
4.25 miles |
|
Eton Dorney Independent Therapeutic School
34 Lake End Road, Dorney, Berkshire, SL4 6QS |
4.33 miles |
|
Lynch Hill Enterprise Academy
Stoke Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 5AY |
4.38 miles |