Westoning Lower School

URN: 147994 • Bedford MK45 5JH

Overview

Name
Westoning Lower School
URN
147994
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE PYRAMID SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jacqueline Boyle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01525712994
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Bedford MK45 5JH

Summary

Westoning Lower School is a mixed primary academy located in the rural village of Westoning, Bedford, within Central Bedfordshire. With a current enrolment of 117 pupils, the school has the capacity to accommodate up to 150 children aged 3 to 9 years, covering Reception to Year 4. The school is part of The Pyramid Schools Trust and has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in June 2024.

The school prides itself on fostering a values-based education, encouraging students to develop into responsible, caring, and hardworking individuals. Westoning Lower School maintains strong ties with the local community, particularly with St. Mary Magdalene Church, which enhances the educational experience and supports community involvement.

In addition to its educational ethos, the school has implemented a cashless payment system through ParentMail, streamlining financial transactions for parents. This initiative reflects the school’s commitment to modernising its operations while ensuring that parents have easy access to necessary services.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE PYRAMID SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
150
Pupils
117
Boys
64
Girls
53
FSM %
17.10
Open date
2020-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 117 64 53 150 17.10
2024-09-11 114 61 53 150 8.70
2023-09-11 112 51 61 150 2.10
2022-09-11 112 51 61 150 2.10
2021-09-11 113 57 56 150 3.00
2020-09-11 150

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