St John's School
URN: 109738 • Bedford MK42 8AA
Overview
- Name
- St John's School
- URN
- 109738
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- R Babbage (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Austin Canons, Bedford MK42 8AA
Summary
St John's School is a Foundation special school located in Bedford, catering to mixed-gender students with individual learning needs. The school prioritises developing independence and fostering a love of reading through engaging and functional learning experiences. St John's is committed to working closely with families to ensure that each child's unique requirements are met, as evidenced by positive feedback from parents highlighting the supportive environment and effective communication from staff.
The school has recently been rated as a 'Good Provider' by Ofsted in September 2023, reflecting its dedication to quality education and care. St John's School is also recognised as a UNICEF Bronze Rights Respecting School, which underscores its commitment to promoting the rights and well-being of its students.
Part of the Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust, St John's School offers a nurturing community where students can thrive, gain confidence, and develop essential skills. The staff's commitment to each child's progress is evident, with many parents expressing satisfaction with the support and growth their children experience at the school.
The school has recently been rated as a 'Good Provider' by Ofsted in September 2023, reflecting its dedication to quality education and care. St John's School is also recognised as a UNICEF Bronze Rights Respecting School, which underscores its commitment to promoting the rights and well-being of its students.
Part of the Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust, St John's School offers a nurturing community where students can thrive, gain confidence, and develop essential skills. The staff's commitment to each child's progress is evident, with many parents expressing satisfaction with the support and growth their children experience at the school.
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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
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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