Elstow School Celebrates Best Ever Results – Well Above National Average

At Elstow School, we are incredibly proud to share the outstanding achievements of our pupils following this summer’s results. Thanks to the dedication of our children, staff, and families, we have seen our best ever outcomes, with improvements across all areas of learning and results that sit well above the national average.

As a local primary school in Elstow, Bedford, we are committed to delivering high-quality education. Tthese results reflect the hard work, resilience, and enthusiasm of our pupils and the unwavering support of their families and teachers. It is always a joy to celebrate success, and this year we have even more to celebrate than usual.

Key Highlights from Our 2025 Results

85% of pupils passed their Phonics Screening Check
(National average in 2024: 80%)
A clear sign of the strong foundations we are building in early reading.

42% of pupils achieved full marks in the Multiplication Tables Check
With an average score of 22 out of 25, our pupils performed significantly above the national average score of 20.6.
(National average full marks in 2024: 34%)

74% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths combined
(National average 2025: 62%)
This is a truly impressive achievement and a testament to the broad and balanced curriculum we offer.

A Whole-School Effort

These good results would not be possible without the hard work and collaboration of our entire school community. Our teaching staff have gone above and beyond to provide engaging lessons and personalised support. Parents and carers have played a vital role in supporting learning at home. Most of all, our pupils have shown incredible perseverance and a love for learning that shines through in every lesson.

We believe that every child at Elstow School deserves to achieve their best, and these results prove that our approach is working.

A Local Primary School Making a Difference

As a proud part of the local community, Elstow School continues to show what’s possible when pupils are supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. If you’re looking for a good local primary school with a strong track record of success, excellent teaching, and a warm, inclusive ethos, we invite you to visit and see what makes Elstow so special.

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Whether you're a parent exploring primary schools near you, or a member of the community celebrating our success, we thank you for being part of Elstow’s journey. These results are just the beginning and we can’t wait to build on this success in the year ahead.

Congratulations once again to all our pupils, staff, and families, your hard work has truly paid off.