Lakeview School
URN: 135374 • Bedford MK42 6BH
Overview
- Name
- Lakeview School
- URN
- 135374
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jacqueline Normanton (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01234741653
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Bedford MK42 6BH
Summary
Lakeview School is a community primary school located in Bedford, accommodating 420 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of Lakeview School centres on inclusivity, with a strong belief in "Excellence for All." This approach ensures that all students are engaged in their learning and are provided with opportunities to develop their unique qualities and interests.
The curriculum at Lakeview is designed to be challenging and knowledge-rich, aiming to create memorable learning experiences. Teachers are dedicated to delivering high-quality instruction that inspires students and prepares them for future success. The school places a strong emphasis on building positive relationships among students, staff, and the wider community, promoting mutual respect and collaboration.
Parental engagement is highly valued at Lakeview, with open communication channels to support student development. The school's vision is to be at the heart of the community, ensuring that children not only thrive academically but also grow into responsible and aspirational adults.
The curriculum at Lakeview is designed to be challenging and knowledge-rich, aiming to create memorable learning experiences. Teachers are dedicated to delivering high-quality instruction that inspires students and prepares them for future success. The school places a strong emphasis on building positive relationships among students, staff, and the wider community, promoting mutual respect and collaboration.
Parental engagement is highly valued at Lakeview, with open communication channels to support student development. The school's vision is to be at the heart of the community, ensuring that children not only thrive academically but also grow into responsible and aspirational adults.
Useful links
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
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 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 420
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 210
- FSM %
- 17.80
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- 2025-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 420 | 210 | 210 | 420 | 17.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 439 | 222 | 217 | 420 | 16.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 447 | 218 | 229 | 445 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 447 | 218 | 229 | 420 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 446 | 214 | 232 | 420 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 453 | 215 | 238 | 420 | 11.00 |
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