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Thomas Johnson Lower School

Goodgraded 23/11/2022Ages 3–991 pupilsDoes not apply
Bedford, MK43 0SB
Central Bedfordshire

Thomas Johnson Lower School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 9 in Bedford, within the Central Bedfordshire local authority. The school has around 91 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 23/11/2022, Thomas Johnson Lower School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Bedford can view Thomas Johnson Lower School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Bedford (MK43 0SB), Thomas Johnson 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 23/11/2022

Attendance & staffing
Attendance96.1%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence5.8%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher14.2England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals8.7%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.1%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Nearby schools in Bedford
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