Redborne Upper School and Community College
URN: 109643 • Bedford MK45 2NU
Overview
- Name
- Redborne Upper School and Community College
- URN
- 109643
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nigel Croft (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Flitwick Road, Bedford MK45 2NU
Summary
Redborne Upper School and Community College, located in Bedford, is a mixed community secondary school with a capacity of 1,418 students. The school has an excellent academic reputation, evidenced by its "good" rating from Ofsted in July 2024. It offers a robust curriculum and a large Sixth Form, with many students progressing to university, including successful applications to prestigious institutions like Oxbridge.
The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment, guided by its core values of Aspiration, Responsibility, and Respect. Redborne emphasizes outstanding behaviour and strong relationships between staff and students, ensuring that everyone achieves their full potential. The school also provides extensive extra-curricular activities and maintains strong community links, enhancing the overall educational experience.
With a focus on safeguarding and promoting student welfare, Redborne Upper School prioritises the well-being of its students. The leadership team, under Headteacher Mr. O Button, is dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching atmosphere for all learners. Parents can contact the school via phone or email for further information.
The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment, guided by its core values of Aspiration, Responsibility, and Respect. Redborne emphasizes outstanding behaviour and strong relationships between staff and students, ensuring that everyone achieves their full potential. The school also provides extensive extra-curricular activities and maintains strong community links, enhancing the overall educational experience.
With a focus on safeguarding and promoting student welfare, Redborne Upper School prioritises the well-being of its students. The leadership team, under Headteacher Mr. O Button, is dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching atmosphere for all learners. Parents can contact the school via phone or email for further information.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Thomas More Catholic School (70.2)
- Redborne Upper School and Community College (69.8)
- Sharnbrook Academy (62.7)
- St Thomas More Catholic School (61.4)
- Goldington Academy (60.0)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1418
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1418 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1418 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1418 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1418 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1418 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1418 |
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