Bromham CofE Primary School
Grange Lane, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8NROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Bromham CofE Primary School is a primary school in Bedford for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 84 schools in Bedford. It ranks 6th of 52 primary schools in Bedford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in July 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 2 July 2013, report published 22 July 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 March 2023
At this friendly school, pupils and adults do everything the 'Bromham Way'. This unwritten code focuses on positive behaviour, relationships and attitudes. Pupils are prepared well for their future lives. They are extremely polite and go out of their way to make visitors or new arrivals feel welcome at their school. Pupils chose the school's golden rules, 'ready, respectful and safe'. Most pupils follow these in all areas of the school. Those pupils who find this more challenging are supported to improve their behaviour. Bullying rarely happens, and pupils are confident that it is dealt with effectively. They feel safe and trust staff to look after them. Pupils understand and demonstrate the high expectations for behaviour and learning. They are encouraged to work hard. They enjoy their interesting lessons. Pupils achieve well, especially in reading. Pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities beyond the curriculum. They take on responsibilities such as house captains, librarians, eco-leaders, junior leaders or members of the collective worship team. Older pupils build their independence through participating in a residential trip. All pupils have the opportunity to perform at 'Bromfest', a summer concert on the school field.
What the school should improve
- Teachers' feedback to pupils about their learning is not consistently effective across the school nor across subjects. Sometimes, pupils' errors and misconceptions are left unaddressed, and they do not learn as well as they should. Leaders should ensure that all teachers deal with pupils' errors and misconceptions systematically and that the feedback given to pupils is effective. This will enable pupils to strengthen their knowledge and understanding and make the progress leaders expect.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
54 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
496 pupils on roll, with places for 600
Schools near Bromham CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James' CofE Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
| Oakley Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 63% met the expected standard |
| Great Denham Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 72% met the expected standard |
| Great Ouse Primary Academy | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 67% met the expected standard |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary and Pre-School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 44% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Claire Matthews
- Phone
- 01234822784
- Address
- Grange Lane, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8NR
- Local authority
- Bedford
- URN
- 109611
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.