Woburn Lower School
97%
Capacity
58
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Woburn Lower School
Woburn Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 58 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 60 places).
Ofsted has rated Woburn Lower School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Black, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Woburn Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 12 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woburn Lower School include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Woburn 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 | 4 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bedford Street, Woburn, Central Bedfordshire, MK17 9QL |
| Headteacher | Paula Black |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 60 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bedford Street, Woburn
Central Bedfordshire, MK17 9QL
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