John Donne Church of England Primary School

URN: 109615 • Bedford MK44 3NL

Overview

Name
John Donne Church of England Primary School
URN
109615
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anita Whitehurst (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01767640346
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Bedford MK44 3NL

Summary

John Donne Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Blunham, Bedford, serving children aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 121 pupils and a capacity of 208, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment grounded in Christian values. The mission is to foster excellence and enjoyment in education, promoting moral, spiritual, emotional, and social development among students.

The school has a rich history, with roots dating back over 200 years. It has undergone several expansions and renovations, including the addition of a purpose-built Nursery Unit in 2011 and a new Upper Key Stage 2 classroom in 2019. The curriculum is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, encouraging children to become confident and independent learners.

Community involvement is highly valued at John Donne, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and governors. The school actively seeks feedback from families to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that every child is supported in reaching their full potential. For further information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
208
Pupils
121
Boys
52
Girls
69
FSM %
17.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 121 52 69 208 17.00
2024-09-11 119 53 66 208 18.10
2023-09-11 128 57 71 208 16.70
2022-09-11 128 57 71 208 16.70
2021-09-11 131 58 73 210 17.80
2020-09-11 120 51 69 208 14.10

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