The Firs Lower School
URN: 137756 • Bedford MK45 2QR
Overview
- Name
- The Firs Lower School
- URN
- 137756
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FIRS LOWER SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adam Campbell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01525402735
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Bedford MK45 2QR
Summary
The Firs Lower School, located in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 348 pupils and currently serves 349 students. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where children are valued as individuals. The dedicated staff prioritise a positive educational experience, encouraging pupils to develop a growth mindset and strive for their best.
As a Read Write Inc. school, The Firs places a strong emphasis on early reading and literacy, alongside the mastery of key numeracy skills. The curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, incorporating outdoor learning through its Forest School programme, which enhances children's engagement and enjoyment in learning. The school also offers Wraparound care for families, providing support from early morning until the evening.
Community involvement is integral to The Firs' ethos, with a strong belief in the partnership between home and school. The school welcomes parental support and actively encourages participation in school events, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits both students and families.
As a Read Write Inc. school, The Firs places a strong emphasis on early reading and literacy, alongside the mastery of key numeracy skills. The curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, incorporating outdoor learning through its Forest School programme, which enhances children's engagement and enjoyment in learning. The school also offers Wraparound care for families, providing support from early morning until the evening.
Community involvement is integral to The Firs' ethos, with a strong belief in the partnership between home and school. The school welcomes parental support and actively encourages participation in school events, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits both students and families.
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- Attendance & Leave of Absence RequestsAttendance & Leave of Absence Requests (sen)
- SENDSEND (sen)
- SENDSEND (sen)
- School CalendarSchool Calendar (calendar)
- School Timings & Academic CalendarSchool Timings & Academic Calendar (calendar)
- Skip to content ↓ (other)
- AdmissionsAdmissions (other)
- Admissions, Funding, Fees and PoliciesAdmissions, Funding, Fees and Policies (other)
- Policies and Key DocumentsPolicies and Key Documents (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
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FIRS LOWER SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 348
- Pupils
- 349
- Boys
- 182
- Girls
- 167
- FSM %
- 3.60
- Open date
- 2012-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 349 | 182 | 167 | 348 | 3.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 335 | 162 | 173 | 308 | 8.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 312 | 162 | 150 | 308 | 5.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 312 | 162 | 150 | 348 | 5.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 303 | 158 | 145 | 326 | 4.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 318 | 160 | 158 | 326 | 4.00 |
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