With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school demonstrates a solid performance, particularly in achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, where it ranks in the top 65% nationally. However, only 3% of pupils reach the higher standard, indicating an area for potential improvement. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, with a decent level of parent satisfaction reflected in its LocaleIQ score.
Scott Primary School & Nursery
EnglandPrimary3–11
36.0/ 100
Bottom 36% · Mid-range for open primary schools in England.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
2019
Pupils
478
Capacity
472
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
About Scott Primary School & Nursery
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Last inspected: 30 January 2019Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Resultscohort 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%. | 59% | Bottom 35% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Attendance & Pupil Characteristics
Overall absence is 4.3% — around the national average. 19.2% of pupils receive SEN provision, of which 3.8% have an EHC plan. 15.1% are eligible for free school meals. the pupil-to-teacher ratio is 24.2 — a higher-than-average figure. teacher turnover is low at 0%, suggesting stable staffing. average class size is 29 pupils — larger-than-average for the phase.
Attendance
Overall absence
4.3%
Around averagePersistent absence
8.8%
Pupils missing 10%+ sessions
Authorised
3.6%
Unauthorised
0.7%
Pupil profile
SEN pupils
19.2%
Typical SEN levelEHC plans
3.8%
Statutory EHC plan
SEN support
15.5%
School-managed support
Free school meals
15.1%
ModerateEnglish as additional language
12.6%
Moderate EAL cohortAvg class size
29.1
Larger classesKS1 class size
29.0
Key Stage 1 average
KS2 class size
29.1
Key Stage 2 average
Staffing
Pupil : teacher ratio
24.2
Above averageTeacher turnover
0.0%
Very stable staffTeachers (FTE)
20
Full-time equivalent
Source: DfE “Pupil absence in schools in England”, “Special educational needs in England”, “Schools, pupils and their characteristics”, and “School workforce in England” via Explore Education Statistics.
Pupil Ethnicity
White British59.0%
White Other9.0%
Black African5.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.5.4%
Mixed W+Asian4.0%
Mixed Other3.1%
Asian Indian2.9%
Asian Bangladeshi2.9%
Asian Other2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Other0.8%
Black Caribbean0.8%
White Irish0.6%
Asian Chinese0.6%
Asian Pakistani0.6%
traveller_irish0.4%
Black Other0.2%
Location
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52.15709, -0.46590 · MK41 7JA
Nearby schools
Other open schools within ~5 km (same phase where we have it), sorted by the same headline score. Straight-line distance — not catchment.
- Great Denham Primary SchoolLocaleIQ 92.3/100 · ~4.0 km
- Cauldwell SchoolLocaleIQ 91.9/100 · ~3.5 km
- Castle Newnham SchoolLocaleIQ 91.5/100 · ~2.1 km
- Ursula Taylor Church of England SchoolLocaleIQ 83.4/100 · ~1.7 km
- Putnoe Primary SchoolLocaleIQ 82.5/100 · ~2.6 km
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School details
Local authorityBedford
RegionEast of England
URN109512
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.scottprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Scott Primary School & Nursery rated by Ofsted?
Scott Primary School & Nursery was rated “Good” by Ofsted at its last inspection on 30 January 2019.
What type of school is Scott Primary School & Nursery?
Scott Primary School & Nursery is a Community school (primary) for ages 3–11 in Bedford, East of England. It is mixed-gender with 478 pupils on roll out of 472 capacity.
Where is Scott Primary School & Nursery located?
Scott Primary School & Nursery is at Hawk Drive, Brickhill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7JA, in Bedford. Open the postcode report for MK41 7JA for neighbourhood context including crime, planning, and property data.
Is Scott Primary School & Nursery a good school?
On LocaleIQ data, Scott Primary School & Nursery scores below the midpoint at 36.0/100, placing it in the bottom 36% of open primary schools in England. Ofsted rated it Good. This is a composite of published performance indicators — always visit the school and read the latest inspection report before deciding.
How does Scott Primary School & Nursery compare with nearby schools?
Scott Primary School & Nursery has the lowest score among the nearest primary schools. The highest-scoring nearby school is Great Denham Primary School at 92.3/100 (~4.0 km away). See the Nearby Schools section on this page for the full list.
What is the admissions policy at Scott Primary School & Nursery?
Admissions are managed by Bedford and/or the school. Confirm the latest catchment rules, criteria, and dates directly with the school or authority.
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