Shillington Lower School
69%
Capacity
104
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Shillington Lower School
Shillington Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 104 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Shillington Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Flack, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Shillington Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shillington Lower School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Shillington Lower 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Greenfields, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire, SG5 3NX |
| Headteacher | Sarah Flack |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 104 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 104 / 150 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenfields, Hitchin
Central Bedfordshire, SG5 3NX
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