Explore other schools in this area
See every school around MK43 7JD on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
Pinchmill Primary School
The Old Road, Felmersham, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7JD, Bedford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
5.6 / 100
Bottom 6%
Better than 6% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
84
Capacity
105
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
80%
Summary
With a parent satisfaction rate of 87%, many families appreciate the supportive environment offered. However, the recent Ofsted rating of "Requires Improvement" indicates that there are areas needing attention. Additionally, the school's performance in key stage 2 shows that only 29% of pupils are meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, which is significantly below the national average.
Explore this location
Start from postcode MK43 7JD — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Pinchmill Primary School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 20 May 2025Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 29% | Bottom 2% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Parent View (53 responses)
★★★★4.1
My child is happy
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
93%
My child feels safe
89%
My child makes good progress
89%
Good range of subjects
89%
Behaviour is good
89%
I'd recommend this school
87%
School supports development
87%
Progress is communicated
85%
School keeps me informed
83%
School has high expectations
83%
School responds to concerns
64%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.5%
Mixed W+Asian2.4%
Mixed Other2.4%
Asian Indian2.4%
White Irish1.2%
Black African1.2%
Location
Loading map…
52.21038, -0.54586 · MK43 7JD
School details
Local authorityBedford
RegionEast of England
URN109451
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.pinchmill.beds.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Pinchmill Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Pinchmill Primary School was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 20 May 2025.
Is Pinchmill Primary School a good school?
Pinchmill Primary School scores 5.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 6% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Pinchmill Primary School?
Based on 53 Ofsted Parent View responses, Pinchmill Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
What are the best schools near MK43 7JD?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near MK43 7JD with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.