Thomas Johnson Lower School
83%
Capacity
91
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Thomas Johnson Lower School
Thomas Johnson Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 91 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 110 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thomas Johnson Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Bolger, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Thomas Johnson Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thomas Johnson Lower School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening 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, Thomas Johnson 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 | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hurst Grove, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK43 0SB |
| Headteacher | Simon Bolger |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 91 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 91 / 110 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hurst Grove, Bedford
Central Bedfordshire, MK43 0SB
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