Wootton Primary School
75%
Capacity
626
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Wootton Primary School
Wootton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 626 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wootton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Maguire, it falls under Bedford local authority.
Wootton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 106 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 100 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wootton Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, Wootton Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bedford Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK43 9JT |
| Headteacher | Emma Maguire |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 626 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 626 / 840 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2013. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed106
158
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
100 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
Bedford Road, Bedford
Bedford, MK43 9JT
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