Campton Lower School
URN: 109441 • Shefford SG17 5PF
Overview
- Name
- Campton Lower School
- URN
- 109441
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Dolling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Rectory Road, Shefford SG17 5PF
Summary
Campton Lower School is a community primary school located in Shefford, Central Bedfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 116 pupils, with a capacity of 110. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically and socially. With a focus on holistic development, the school encourages creativity and critical thinking through a well-rounded curriculum.
The curriculum at Campton Lower School is designed to engage students and foster a love for learning. Teachers employ a variety of teaching methods to cater to different learning styles, ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed. The school places a strong emphasis on developing core skills in literacy and numeracy while also offering a range of extracurricular activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Community involvement is integral to the ethos of Campton Lower School. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a supportive network for students. This partnership enhances the educational experience and fosters a sense of belonging, making it a valued part of the Shefford community.
The curriculum at Campton Lower School is designed to engage students and foster a love for learning. Teachers employ a variety of teaching methods to cater to different learning styles, ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed. The school places a strong emphasis on developing core skills in literacy and numeracy while also offering a range of extracurricular activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Community involvement is integral to the ethos of Campton Lower School. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a supportive network for students. This partnership enhances the educational experience and fosters a sense of belonging, making it a valued part of the Shefford community.
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Nearby alternatives
- All Saints VA CofE Lower School (70.2)
- Shefford Lower School (57.5)
- Campton Academy (55.3)
- Meppershall Church of England Academy (51.7)
- Meppershall CofE VA Lower School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 110
- Pupils
- 116
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 45
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- 2020-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2010-01-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 116 | 71 | 45 | 110 | 0.00 |
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