The Mary Bassett Lower School
91%
Capacity
383
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Mary Bassett Lower School
The Mary Bassett 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 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Mary Bassett Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hilary Wheeldon, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
The Mary Bassett Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Mary Bassett Lower School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, The Mary Bassett 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 | Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, LU7 1AR |
| Headteacher | Hilary Wheeldon |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 420 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2024. 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard
Central Bedfordshire, LU7 1AR
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