Templefield Lower School
Malham Close, Flitwick, Bedford, MK45 1AJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Templefield Lower School is a primary school in Bedford for ages 2 to 9. It is one of the 134 schools in Central Bedfordshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 May 2017, report published 6 July 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 January 2023
Templefield Lower School is a happy, calm and purposeful place for pupils to learn in. Pupils' relationships with each other and adults are positive. Pupils trust staff to look after them and keep them safe. Pupils know that they can share their worries and that staff will make things better. From their earliest experience of school, pupils learn about school values. Pupils celebrate their achievements and appreciate the recognition they receive. There are many opportunities for pupils to develop their leadership skills and contribute towards improving the school. Pupils are proud to take on these roles and carry them out proudly. Pupils are encouraged to make the right behaviour choices. Pupils respond well to the established high expectations. In and around school, pupils treat one another with respect. They play harmoniously and look after each other. Pupils say that bullying is rare, and many pupils have never seen it. If it does happen, they are confident that staff will deal with any issues quickly and effectively. Parents and carers, pupils and staff are positive about the school. One parent's comment, which was typical of many, was: 'My child has had a very positive experience with this school. I highly recommend it.'
What the school should improve
- Some subject leaders do not have the knowledge and understanding to check how effective their curriculum design is throughout the school. This means that they do not know how well staff are delivering the subject plans or how well pupils are building their knowledge. Leaders should ensure that all subject leaders have the appropriate training and support to develop their knowledge and skills to fulfil their leadership roles effectively.
- Newer governors lack the knowledge they need to gather information and understand the impact of leaders' actions. This limits their ability to support leaders with school improvement initiatives. Governors should ensure that new governors are well trained to ensure they develop the knowledge and skills needed to fulfil their roles effectively in holding leaders fully to account.
Pupil numbers and mix
290 pupils on roll, with places for 300
Schools near Templefield Lower School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Middle School Academy | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 39% met the expected standard |
| Flitwick Lower School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | Not published |
| The Firs Lower School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Westoning Lower School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 2 to 9
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Deborah Trivett
- Phone
- 01525713625
- Address
- Malham Close, Flitwick, Bedford, MK45 1AJ
- Local authority
- Central Bedfordshire
- URN
- 109527
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.