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The Firs Lower School

Goodgraded 09/03/2023Ages 2–9349 pupilsDoes not apply
Bedford, MK45 2QR
Central Bedfordshire

The Firs Lower School is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 9 in Bedford, within the Central Bedfordshire local authority. The school has around 349 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 09/03/2023, The Firs Lower School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Bedford can view The Firs Lower School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Bedford (MK45 2QR), The Firs 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.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance95.5%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence8.4%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher26.5England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS93%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals4.0%England avg 24.0%
English not first language2.9%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

All schools in BedfordSee the full area report for MK45 2QR