Polam School
URN: 109720 • Bedford MK40 2BU
Overview
- Name
- Polam School
- URN
- 109720
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Darren O'Neil (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01234261864
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 45 Lansdowne Road, Bedford MK40 2BU
Summary
Polam School is an independent pre-preparatory school located in Bedford, catering to children aged 1 to 7 years. With over 100 years of heritage, the school provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where young learners can thrive. The curriculum emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating art, swimming, and IT into small group settings, ensuring that children receive personalized attention and support.
The school has been recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and pupil wellbeing, achieving the highest ratings of 'Double Excellent' from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and 'Outstanding' from Ofsted. Polam's immersive learning spaces, such as themed rooms designed to inspire creativity, enhance the educational experience and foster a love for learning.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Polam School's ethos, with a focus on building strong relationships among students, staff, and families. The school prides itself on its supportive atmosphere, which encourages children to develop confidence and social skills in a closely-knit community.
The school has been recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and pupil wellbeing, achieving the highest ratings of 'Double Excellent' from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and 'Outstanding' from Ofsted. Polam's immersive learning spaces, such as themed rooms designed to inspire creativity, enhance the educational experience and foster a love for learning.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Polam School's ethos, with a focus on building strong relationships among students, staff, and families. The school prides itself on its supportive atmosphere, which encourages children to develop confidence and social skills in a closely-knit community.
Useful links
- Modern slavery statement (download)
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- About Polam (other)
- Admissions Process (other)
- Ethos, Aims & History (other)
- Enquiry (other)
- Visit (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Swimming (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School (55.2)
- KWS School (53.9)
- Grange Academy (50.3)
- Ridgeway School (50.0)
- St Andrew's School (49.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bedford
- Age range
- 1 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 207
- Pupils
- 96
- Boys
- 48
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1923-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 96 | 48 | 48 | 207 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 109 | 56 | 53 | 207 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 101 | 59 | 42 | 207 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 101 | 59 | 42 | 207 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 89 | 52 | 37 | 207 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 58 | 46 | 207 | 0.00 |
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