The Grove School and Sixth Form in Market Drayton is preparing to throw open its gates for a fun-filled afternoon this July – and the whole community is invited!

The school’s Summer Fair will take place on Wednesday 16th July from 3:30pm to 7:00pm, and promises to be a fantastic celebration of summer, community and creativity.

Organised by the school’s enthusiastic new Parent Partnership Group (PPG), the fair will feature a lively mix of entertainment, food and traditional games – making it the perfect family-friendly event to mark the end of the school year.

Packed with Activities for All Ages

From homemade cakes to bouncy castles, live music to the ever-popular “Drench the Teacher,” there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Highlights will include:

  • 🎨 Arts & crafts

  • 🎟️ Tombolas & funfair games

  • 🍔 Tasty food stalls and homemade cakes

  • 🍦 Ice cream van

  • 🎶 Live entertainment

  • 🏰 Bouncy castle

  • 🥅 Shoot the Goalie

  • 💦 Drench the Teacher challenge

  • … and much more!

The fair also offers a brilliant platform for local creatives and businesses to get involved.

A Call to the Community

The Grove School is extending an open invitation to local residents, traders, and community groups who would like to run a stall or volunteer their time. Whether you sell handmade gifts, offer a service, or just want to help out on the day, your support would be warmly welcomed.

Joanne Malone, part of the school’s PPG, said:
“We’re so excited to bring the Summer Fair back with a real community spirit. It’s a great chance for local families to have fun, while supporting the school and Market Drayton as a whole.”

If you’d like to get involved as a stallholder or volunteer, email: joanne.malone@gro.mmat.co.uk

Celebrate Summer, Support Our Students

This is more than just a school event – it’s a celebration of the people who make Market Drayton such a vibrant place to live and learn. So pop the date in your diary and bring your friends, family and neighbours for a great afternoon at The Grove School.