Wootton Lower School
URN: 109494 • Bedford MK43 9JT
Overview
- Name
- Wootton Lower School
- URN
- 109494
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Tavener (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Bedford Road, Bedford MK43 9JT
Summary
Wootton Lower School, located in Bedford, is a community primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 628 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 620. The school operates under the Chiltern Learning Trust and emphasizes a strong ethos of "Believe, Achieve, Thrive," aiming to foster each child's potential and personal growth. Core values such as honesty, respect, teamwork, resilience, equality, and kindness are integral to the school community.
The curriculum at Wootton Lower School is designed to be engaging and diverse, covering subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, while also promoting personal development and cultural capital. The school encourages critical thinking and creativity, preparing students for their future educational journeys.
Wootton Lower School prides itself on its inclusive environment, with dedicated staff and supportive parents working collaboratively to create a nurturing atmosphere. The school offers various extracurricular activities and support services, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance student well-being and engagement. Parents are encouraged to participate actively in the school community.
The curriculum at Wootton Lower School is designed to be engaging and diverse, covering subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, while also promoting personal development and cultural capital. The school encourages critical thinking and creativity, preparing students for their future educational journeys.
Wootton Lower School prides itself on its inclusive environment, with dedicated staff and supportive parents working collaboratively to create a nurturing atmosphere. The school offers various extracurricular activities and support services, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance student well-being and engagement. Parents are encouraged to participate actively in the school community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Great Denham Primary School (75.3)
- Great Barford Lower School (73.7)
- Castle Newnham School (71.3)
- Gravenhurst Lower School (70.2)
- Greenfield CofE VC Lower School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bedford
- Age range
- 3 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 620
- Pupils
- 628
- Boys
- 318
- Girls
- 310
- FSM %
- 16.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 628 | 318 | 310 | 620 | 16.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 628 | 318 | 310 | 620 | 16.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 590 | 315 | 275 | 620 | 16.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 590 | 315 | 275 | 600 | 16.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 556 | 286 | 270 | 600 | 15.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 517 | 271 | 246 | 560 | 13.70 |
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