Maple Tree Primary School
94%
Capacity
236
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Maple Tree Primary School
Maple Tree Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Maple Tree Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cath Bainbridge, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9457th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Maple Tree Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 25 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Maple Tree Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Maple Tree Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hawk Drive, Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, SG19 2WA |
| Headteacher | Cath Bainbridge |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 250 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9457th of 13,686
Nationally
1039th of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hawk Drive, Sandy
Central Bedfordshire, SG19 2WA
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