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Houghton Conquest Lower School

Goodgraded 04/06/2024Ages 2–9142 pupilsDoes not apply
Bedford, MK45 3LL
Central Bedfordshire

Houghton Conquest Lower School is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 9 in Bedford, within the Central Bedfordshire local authority. The school has around 142 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 04/06/2024, Houghton Conquest Lower School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Bedford can view Houghton Conquest Lower School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Bedford (MK45 3LL), Houghton Conquest Lower School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 04/06/2024

Attendance & staffing
Attendance93.8%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence16.3%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher19.9England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals17.3%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.4%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

All schools in BedfordSee the full area report for MK45 3LL