Edith Cavell Primary School

URN: 109433 • Bedford MK41 7NH

Overview

Name
Edith Cavell Primary School
URN
109433
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
The Leap Community Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Heather Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234345636
Website
Visit
Address
Manton Lane, Bedford MK41 7NH

Summary

Edith Cavell Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Bedford, serving 287 pupils with a capacity of 315. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can achieve their full potential. The ethos emphasises respect, honesty, trust, care, tolerance, and responsibility, fostering a supportive community among staff, parents, and students.

The curriculum at Edith Cavell aims to be enriched and challenging, focusing on basic skills while instilling a passion for lifelong learning. The school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to ensure all learners feel valued and safe. The school has maintained a 'Good' rating from Ofsted since July 2018.

Community involvement is encouraged through initiatives like the Friends of Edith Cavell, which raises funds to enhance school resources. The school also promotes British Values, preparing children to be active and responsible members of society. Regular school visits for prospective parents are available, highlighting the school's openness and commitment to engaging with families.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
The Leap Community Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
287
Boys
148
Girls
139
FSM %
30.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-07-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 287 148 139 315 30.80
2024-09-11 295 154 141 315 29.20
2023-09-11 250 133 117 315 27.70
2022-09-11 250 133 117 315 27.70
2021-09-11 274 147 127 315 25.20
2020-09-11 270 141 129 315 20.90

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