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Primary (Reception - Year 6)
Council: Central Bedfordshire

Fairfield Park Lower School

Fairfield Park, Central Bedfordshire - SG5 4FD

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 3-9)

“At Fairfield Park Lower School, the children are introduced to the values half termly on a two-year cycle. This approach was chosen so that children become immersed in one value over a half term and fully understand what it is and how they can show it inside and outside of school.”

PrimarySince 2007Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Flitwick Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 1LU

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

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Ofsted: Good

Gothic Mede Academy

Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire - SG15 6SL

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 3-9)

“We are an ambitious school where we take pride in all that we do, as reflected in our motto - Pride in ourselves, pride in our school, pride in our community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Gravenhurst Academy

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 4HY

Year 1 - Year 4 (ages 5-9)

“Through a warm and caring ethos, we aim to help all pupils achieve their full potential by encouraging, stimulating, enthusing and challenging them in their learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Greenfield CofE VC Lower School

Greenfield, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 5ES

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“At the academy, every individual is valued for who they are and what they contribute to the schools. The Values Education Programme is intended to support the personal, social and spiritual development of every pupil throughout the schools.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Greenleas School

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 2AB

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“If you are living in Leighton Buzzard or moving to the area and are looking for high quality early years education, please take a look at our online video tours.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Hadrian Academy

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 4SR

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Harlington Lower School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 6PD

Reception - Year 4 (ages 4-9)

“The first priority of Harlington Lower School will always be to achieve the best outcomes for all our pupils.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Haynes Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 3PR

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“We believe that all children have the right to receive a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating education. Our curriculum enables children to develop confidence, to progress, to acquire knowledge, to build and embed skills throughout their time at our school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Heathwood Lower School

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 3AU

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“"Our vision is for every child to develop a love of learning, to be curious about the world around them, and to feel a true sense of belonging. We nurture kindness, encourage children to be courteous and respectful, and celebrate the differences that make each individual unique.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Hockliffe Lower School

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 9LL

Reception - Year 4 (ages 4-9)

“As a small village community, we are proud to offer a nurturing environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Houghton Conquest Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 3LL

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“Houghton Conquest Primary School has been at the centre of this village community for over 100 years and we continue to strive to be the best place for every child to start their learning journey.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Houghton Regis Primary School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 5DH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Houghton Regis Primary provides education for children aged 3 – 11 years. We are a friendly, busy and happy school and we are very proud of the achievements of all our children.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Husborne Crawley Lower School

Husborne Crawley, Central Bedfordshire - MK43 0UZ

Reception - Year 4 (ages 4-9)

“We pride ourselves on the progress and achievement of our children, made possible by excellent teaching from dedicated and hard working teachers, and the individual attention we are all able to give your child within our small school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

John Donne Church of England Primary School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK44 3NL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At John Donne we have embedded our Values Education across the school. We have been very pleased with the impact this has had on everyone. All staff are expected to use implicit and explicit strategies to support the children’s developing understandings of each Value.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Kensworth Church of England Academy

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU6 3RH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We carry God’s love in our hearts as we aspire to greatness, achieve our goals and stretch our limitless imaginations. Our Christian values empower us to love learning; are the foundations that shape our school community and create future citizens.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Kingsmoor Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 1EY

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“A warm, ambitious primary school where every child is inspired and encouraged to achieve their best.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Laburnum Primary School

Sandy, Central Bedfordshire - SG19 1HQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Laburnum Primary School has high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and learning, underpinned by academic and behaviour curriculums. The school aims to develop a sense of community and shared responsibility.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: InadequateQuality of education: Requires improvement

Lancot School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU6 2AP

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Lancot is an inclusive school and we promote an awareness of individual needs. Our school focuses on four key values; Strength, Working Together, Aspire and Nurture. We are proud of our Character Education provision which underpins all areas of our educational offer.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Langford Village Academy

Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire - SG18 9QA

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Values Education underpins all aspects of school life. It guides the attitudes and behaviour of our children and helps build a community where staff, pupils and parents value one another, the school, and the wider world.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good