Broadmead Lower School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Crescent Stewartby Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 9NN |
| Reference Number | 109483 |
Broadmead Lower School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, moving from a grade of requires improvement to good. The school provides a nurturing environment that prioritizes the well-being and safety of its students, fostering positive relationships between pupils and staff. Parents appreciate the commitment of the school to ensure that their children feel happy, safe, and secure while learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 243 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.68%
Girls: 54.32% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 21.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 | 32 | 52 |
| 2 | 25 | 28 | 53 |
| 3 | 18 | 28 | 46 |
| 4 | 28 | 15 | 43 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 64.6% |
| White, Other | 8.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 7.4% |
| Indian | 3.7% |
| African | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 2.5% |
| Asian, Other | 2.1% |
| Unclassified | 1.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Caribbean | 0.8% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
| 25 Jun 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2018 | Short inspection |
| 25 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 07 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jun 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff
- Positive and safe learning environment
- High expectations for pupils' behavior and attitudes
- Well-structured and sequenced curriculum
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities
- Prioritization of reading with a structured approach
- Variety of extracurricular activities promoting personal development
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment information to advance learning for all pupils
- Governors' limited engagement in monitoring behavior and attendance comprehensively
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 13 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 12 | 6 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Marston Vale Middle School
The Crescent, Stewartby, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9NH |
0.32 miles |
|
Houghton Conquest Lower School
High Street, Houghton Conquest, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 3LL |
1.65 miles |
|
Willow Grove Primary School
Fisherswood Road, Wixams, Bedfordshire, MK45 3TE |
1.7 miles |
|
Wootton Primary School
Bedford Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9JT |
1.82 miles |
|
Marston Moreteyne VC School
Church Walk, Marston Moreteyne, Bedfordshire, MK43 0NE |
1.82 miles |
|
Wixams Tree Primary Academy
Green Lane, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6BA |
2.11 miles |
|
Lakeview School
School Lane, Off Brooklands Avenue, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6BH |
2.54 miles |
|
Balliol Primary School
Balliol Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7ER |
2.74 miles |
|
Springfield Primary School
Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7LJ |
2.94 miles |
|
Kempston Rural Primary School
Martell Drive, Kempston, Bedfordshire, MK42 7FJ |
2.98 miles |
|
Alameda Middle School
Station Road, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2QR |
3.09 miles |
|
Thomas Johnson Lower School
Hurst Grove, Lidlington, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0SB |
3.15 miles |
|
The Firs Lower School
Station Road, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2QR |
3.22 miles |
|
Russell Lower School
Queens Road, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2TD |
3.24 miles |
|
Bedford Road Primary Academy
Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8QH |
3.24 miles |
|
Rivertree Free School
Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8QP |
3.27 miles |
|
Camestone School
Jowitt Avenue, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8NW |
3.29 miles |
|
Elstow School
Abbey Fields, Elstow, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9GP |
3.37 miles |
|
Maulden Lower School
Church Road, Maulden, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2AU |
3.74 miles |
|
Cauldwell School
Edward Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9DR |
3.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem College
Green Lane, Stewartby, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY |
0.63 miles |
|
Wootton Upper School
Hall End Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HT |
2.02 miles |
|
Wixams Academy
Green Lane, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6BA |
2.04 miles |
|
Ridgeway School
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB |
2.5 miles |
|
Kempston Academy
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB |
2.56 miles |
|
Daubeney Academy
Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7PS |
3.03 miles |
|
Grange Academy
Halsey Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AU |
3.49 miles |
|
Redborne Upper School and Community College
Flitwick Road, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2NU |
3.75 miles |
|
St John's School
Austin Canons, Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AA |
3.88 miles |
|
Bedford Academy
Mile Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9TR |
4 miles |
|
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Biddenham Turn, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4AZ |
4.45 miles |
|
Bedford Free School
Cauldwell Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AD |
4.51 miles |
|
Bedford College
Cauldwell Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AH |
4.55 miles |
|
Bedford Girls' School
Cardington Road, Bedford, MK42 0BX |
4.62 miles |