Stondon Lower School
93%
Capacity
140
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Stondon Lower School
Stondon Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 140 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Stondon Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ciara Dumpleton, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Stondon Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stondon Lower School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Stondon 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hillside Road, Henlow, Central Bedfordshire, SG16 6LQ |
| Headteacher | Ciara Dumpleton |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 150 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2012. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillside Road, Henlow
Central Bedfordshire, SG16 6LQ
Hillside Road, Henlow
Central Bedfordshire, SG16 6LQ
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