Bedwell Primary School

URN: 117200 • Stevenage SG1 1NJ

Overview

Name
Bedwell Primary School
URN
117200
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Shaw (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01438351198
Website
Visit
Address
Bedwell Crescent, Stevenage SG1 1NJ

Summary

Bedwell Primary School is a mixed community school located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 307 pupils and a capacity of 360. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, aiming to help every child reach their full potential. The ethos is reflected in their recent Ofsted report, which rated the school as 'Good' in all areas, highlighting the friendly atmosphere and ambitious curriculum that promotes high expectations for all students.

The curriculum at Bedwell is centred around six core Learning Powers: Curiosity, Independence, Empathy, Perseverance, Reflectiveness, and Cooperation. These values guide the educational experience and are integrated into various activities, including art, drama, and sports. The school has a strong focus on physical education, having achieved the Platinum School Games Mark for three consecutive years and representing Stevenage in multiple sports at the county level.

Bedwell Primary also places importance on community engagement and offers opportunities for parents to participate in school events. The school encourages prospective families to visit and learn more about their approach to education, particularly in Early Years, where they provide tailored support for young learners.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
307
Boys
152
Girls
155
FSM %
38.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 307 152 155 360 38.80
2024-09-11 309 149 160 360 36.10
2023-09-11 261 127 134 360 35.90
2022-09-11 261 127 134 360 35.90
2021-09-11 246 125 121 360 38.60
2020-09-11 251 118 133 360 35.80

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