St James' Church of England VA Primary School

URN: 109614 • Bedford MK40 4BD

Overview

Name
St James' Church of England VA Primary School
URN
109614
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Soulsby (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Main Road, Bedford MK40 4BD

Summary

St James' Church of England VA Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Bedford, serving a capacity of 210 pupils, with currently 192 enrolled. The school is part of The Diocese of St. Albans Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the school emphasizes equality, safety, and happiness, aiming to cultivate a vibrant community where children feel valued and supported.

The curriculum at St James' is designed to be engaging and motivating, encouraging curiosity, resilience, and perseverance among students. The school places a strong emphasis on core values such as respect, empathy, and love, integrating these into daily learning and worship. Regular awards are presented to students who exemplify these values, reinforcing a culture of recognition and achievement.

St James' serves the local community, including the Parish of St James, Biddenham, Great Denham, and Queen's Park. The school offers tours for prospective families and maintains close collaboration with Bedford Borough Council for admissions, ensuring a transparent process for new applicants.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
192
Boys
94
Girls
98
FSM %
15.10
Open date
Close date
2022-05-31
Last Ofsted
2017-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 192 94 98 210 15.10
2024-09-11 192 94 98 210 15.10
2023-09-11 192 94 98 210 15.10
2022-09-11 192 94 98 210 15.10
2021-09-11 184 85 99 210 14.10
2020-09-11 168 77 91 210 13.10

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