Russell Lower School

A good community school school in Central Bedfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Russell Lower School.

Ampthill, MK452TD Ofsted: Good Age 5-9 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
8 November 2011
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Queens Road
Ampthill, MK452TD

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
109495
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Queens Road, Ampthill, MK45 2TD
Age range
5-9
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
450 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
449
Free School Meals
4.7% (21 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.0% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
3.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
3.9 (13.6 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.8 (2.8 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
30 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
90
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
449 pupils
5-9

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Challenge, Enjoy, Respect, Succeed"

To challenge and inspire children to become intellectually curious and ‘believe that they can’ To ensure children are happy, safe, included and enjoying their education To be proud, confident, resilient, kind and respectful To work together to ensure every child can succeed

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Russell Lower School – Mr Glenn Young, Headteacher

Facilities

Full-size computing suite Interactive Clevertouch boards in all classrooms Well stocked library Three playgrounds Wildlife gardens and pond area Extensive playing fields and grounds

Curriculum Highlights

Diverse additional opportunities in music, art, sport and languages in addition to the National Curriculum

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

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