Elstow School

A good academy converter school in Bedford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Elstow School.

Bedford, MK429GP Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

63

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
59.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 70.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
58.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 11.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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
2 November 2016
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Abbey Fields
Elstow
Bedford, MK429GP
Phone
1234302300
Website
elstowschool.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144039
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Abbey Fields, Elstow, Bedford, MK42 9GP
Website
www.elstowschool.co.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Capacity
420 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
410
Free School Meals
22.4% (92 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.4% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.1%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
11.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
70.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
11.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
70.0 (+11.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
11.7 (5.8 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 106.0
2023 105.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
51
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
410 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Integrity Ambition Excellence

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from the Principal emphasises warmth and inclusivity, Team Elstow, high expectations, a love of learning, curiosity, resilience and effort; highlights pastoral support and a commitment to an excellent curriculum.

Facilities

Spacious halls Sports areas Classrooms Outdoor spaces

Curriculum Highlights

Broad, ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum Curriculum maps the knowledge required and builds on prior learning Curriculum delivery includes review of prior learning, teacher instruction, modelling, independent practice and self-marking to support memory Mixed-ability teaching groups with reading support through phonics where needed Assessments at the end of units and at year-end to inform next steps and close gaps Subject Leaders provide professional development, co-planning opportunities and regular feedback to teachers

SEND Provision

Elstow School provides inclusive SEND provision with a universal approach. It has a dedicated SEND team (SENDCO and Assistant SENDCO), an Additional Needs Referral process, and a SEND Policy and Accessibility Plan published on the site, reflecting a focus on supporting learners with a wide range of needs to access high-quality teaching.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are handled via the Local Authority’s co-ordinated admission arrangements. A place will be offered if the year group has not reached its optimum number. Reception places are offered by the Local Authority in April. For enquiries, contact Bedford Borough Admissions.

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