Mark Rutherford School

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School Profile
NAME: Mark Rutherford School
URN: 109674
LA: Bedford
TOWN: Bedford
POSTCODE: MK41 8PX
PHASE: Secondary
TYPE: Foundation school
GENDER: Mixed
CAPACITY: 1337
DATA_DATE: 2025-07-14

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Mark Rutherford School - Home
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Mark Rutherford School - About Us
Home About Us About Us Mark Rutherford School opened in 1973. We are a large oversubscribed secondary school in the northern part of Bedford with approximately 1300 students on roll. We serve a wide-ranging urban catchment area whilst also taking students from other parts of the town and surrounding villages. We offer a broad and varied curriculum to suit the needs of our students. We are also keen to support our local community beyond the working day of the school. Many external organisations hire out rooms and studios to run their sporting clubs, dance lessons or to carry out educational activities. We are lucky to have a large and pleasant campus with extensive green spaces for sport and recreation. Our infrastructure offers well-equipped classrooms and other subject specific facilities to support our students with their learning and personal development. We have two lecture theatres used for assemblies, visiting speakers and school productions. Two large indoor sports facilities enable students to undertake a wide range of sports and we also have a 3G pitch for students to use for lessons, sporting fixtures and recreational time. Our recently opened STEM facility houses our planetarium whilst also providing a number of classrooms and a computer room. Subjects are supported with specialist facilities, for example we have two Food Technology rooms for practical lessons and our A Level Chemistry laboratory in Science ensures our students have access to state-of-the-art facilities to support curriculum delivery. Our school has many strengths and the arts are a beacon of excellence and an area we are very proud of. Public performances have been a hallmark and we actively support students with their dance, drama and music skills whilst also providing opportunities to learn about what is required for backstage work, for example, learning to use the sound and lighting equipment. We currently hold the prestigious Arts Goldmark in recognition of our achievements in this area. There is a strong competitive emphasis in sport for those who wish to participate in extra-curricular activities. For our STEM enthusiasts there we offer access to additional qualifications, such as GCSE Astronomy and Sixth Form students lead a weekly club for Key Stage 3 students who have a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. All of our staff are dedicated and committed to raising standards and developing each child to reach their potential. We have a strong emphasis on academic achievement, backed up by the real knowledge of each student’s individual needs. Students learn in a positive, healthy and challenging environment. We are proud of our vibrant and active school community. You have not allowed cookies and this content may contain cookies. If you would like to view this content please Allow Cookies Cookie Settings You have not allowed cookies and this content may contain cookies. If you would like to view this content please Allow Cookies Cookie Settings

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Mark Rutherford School - Our Vision
Home About Us Our Vision Our Vision We believe that every child is unique. Our aim is to set high expectations and provide a broad and balanced curriculum. Our students will have personalised learning experiences that will enable them to be healthy, stay safe, enjoy and achieve, make positive contributions and to achieve economic well-being. We provide students with opportunities and experiences to succeed both socially and academically. Education is seen in its broadest sense and as a lifelong experience.

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Mark Rutherford School - Admissions
Home About Us Admissions Admissions All admissions to the school are coordinated by the Local Authority and for those living in Bedford Borough applications for a school place need to be made to the Admissions Team at Bedford Borough Council. Apply for a new place School admissions | Bedford Borough Council or call 01234 718120. Please find our admissions criteria document below and a link to the DfE School Admissions Code here. Admissions Policy PDF File

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Mark Rutherford School - Exam Information
Home Learning Exam Information Exam Information Exam certificates are now available to collect from School Reception for examinations sat before or during Summer 2024. If you are unable to collect your certificates in person, you can nominate someone to collect them on their behalf by emailing exams@mrus.co.uk with the name of that nominated person. That person must bring in photographic identification such as a driving license or passport when they come to collect the certificates (unless they are a current student at the school). If you have any queries, please email the Exams Office exams@mrus.co.uk Please find below key information regarding examinations. Timetable Year 11 Core Mock Examinations PDF File Year 11 Core Mock Examinations Letter PDF File Exam Results Day (July 2025) PDF File Special Consideration Policy (2024-2025) PDF File Internal Appeals Procedure (2024-2025) PDF File Year 10 Core Mock Examinations Letter (November 2024) PDF File Year 10 Core Mocks Timetable PDF File Candidate Exam Handbook (November 2025) PDF File Artificial Intelligence and Assessments Letter (October 2024) PDF File Year 10 Subject & Specifications (2024-2025) PDF File Year 11 Subject & Specifications (2024-2025) PDF File Mark Rutherford Subject Revision PDF File IFC Candidates Confirmation Form (2024-2025) PDF File Information for Candidates Booklet (2024-2025) PDF File Information for Candidates Letter (October 2024) PDF File

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Mark Rutherford School - Prospectus
Home About Us Admissions Prospectus Prospectus Please click on the link below to read through our Prospectus. Prospectus PDF File

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