Polam School

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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

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: 45 Lansdowne Road

Bedford, MK402BU
Phone: 1234261864
Website: polamschool.co.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 109720
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: 45 Lansdowne Road, Bedford, MK40 2BU
Website: www.polamschool.co.uk
Age range: 1-9
Gender: Mixed
School status: Open
Capacity: 207 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 109

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 6 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 12; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 109 pupils; 1-9

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

To teach children to understand how to look after themselves, stay safe and make healthy choices To ensure children are caring, kind and respectful to those around them To give children opportunities to be curious, make good progress and enjoy their learning To ensure children feel confident, independent and resilient

Extracurriculars

Sports

Swimming Tennis

Facilities

Bright, well-resourced classrooms with ICT suite Dedicated art studio Music room Library Indoor heated swimming pool Immersive learning rooms: Discovery (space-themed ICT) and Amazonia (rainforest) All-weather outdoor playground Rainforest room 3D printer in Discovery Immersive learning spaces designed to support well-being and learning

Curriculum Highlights

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) results well above national levels, with 73% of Reception pupils reaching a Good Level of Development in 2023/24 A Creative Curriculum Approach with immersive learning spaces (Discovery and Amazonia) 1:1 iPad devices for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 (with additional devices in nursery/preschool) as part of EdTech provision OfSTED/ISI accolades (ISI: Double Excellent for Preschool and Pre-Prep; OfSTED: Outstanding for Nursery & Preschool) Swimming integrated into the curriculum using Swim England Learn to Swim framework with Duckling Awards (Duckling 1–4) and a focus on water confidence Strong emphasis on mental wellbeing (Week To Be Well, Wellbeing Champion, Mental Health First Aider) and resilience (RISE framework) Small class sizes and personalised attention Extensive use of immersive rooms and practical, experiential learning

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is available from 7:30am to 6:00pm during term time and 8:00am to 5:30pm outside term time, across 48 weeks per year. Breakfast Club runs 7:30am–8:30am (limited availability) or 8:00am–8:30am; After School Care runs 4:00pm–6:00pm and includes a light tea. Main School Holiday Club runs 8:30am–4:00pm with lunch and snacks, with additional late sessions 4:00pm–5:00pm and 5:00pm–5:30pm (extra cost). Nursery Holiday Club runs 8:30am–4:00pm with breakfast 8:00am–8:30am and late sessions 4:00pm–5:00pm and 5:00pm–5:30pm (extra cost). Additional extra-curricular clubs after school (many free of charge). Holiday Club dates and booking forms are available separately.

SEND Provision

Partner School - Assessment for Dyslexia. The school has been recognised as a Partner School with Assessment for Dyslexia, highlighting its focus on wellbeing, confidence, independence and resilient learning.