Houghton Conquest Lower School

URN: 109458 • Bedford MK45 3LL

Overview

Name
Houghton Conquest Lower School
URN
109458
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Heaslip (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234740202
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Bedford MK45 3LL

Summary

Houghton Conquest Lower School is a mixed community primary school located in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 142 pupils and a capacity of 144. The school emphasizes a strong sense of community and values, with a focus on fostering friendship among students. The school’s ethos is centered around growth mindset principles, encouraging students to develop resilience and a positive approach to learning.

The curriculum at Houghton Conquest Lower School is comprehensive, covering essential subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside physical education and personal, social, health, and economic education (PHSE). The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs to enrich the students' educational experience. Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support is available, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they need to thrive.

Parents can engage with the school through various channels, including the Parent Portal and school events organized by the Friends of Houghton Conquest Lower School. The school promotes a collaborative environment between home and school, aiming to support each child's development and well-being. For prospective parents, open days for Reception starters are scheduled for September and October 2026.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
144
Pupils
142
Boys
66
Girls
76
FSM %
22.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 142 66 76 144 22.30
2024-09-11 137 67 70 144 21.40
2023-09-11 143 69 74 144 20.20
2022-09-11 143 69 74 144 20.20
2021-09-11 119 54 65 144 22.70
2020-09-11 110 52 58 144 14.10

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