PrimaryData as of May 2026

Kempston Rural Primary School

Martell Drive, Kempston, MK42 7FJ

Community school

Pupils

440

Ages

5-11

FSM

12.0%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

82.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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About Kempston Rural Primary School

Kempston Rural Primary School is a primary school in Kempston, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 440 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Martell Drive, Kempston, MK42 7FJ | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Kempston Rural Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Apr 2010 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Kempston Rural Primary School

What is Kempston Rural Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Kempston Rural Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Kempston Rural Primary School's latest exam results?

Kempston Rural Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Kempston Rural Primary School located?

Kempston Rural Primary School is a primary school in Kempston, Bedford (MK42 7FJ).

How many pupils attend Kempston Rural Primary School?

Kempston Rural Primary School has around 440 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Kempston Rural Primary School with other schools?

View Kempston Rural Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bedford.