Bedford Academy
URN: 136085 • Bedford MK42 9TR
Overview
- Name
- Bedford Academy
- URN
- 136085
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HEART ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Deller (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01234301500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mile Road, Bedford MK42 9TR
Summary
Bedford Academy, located in Bedford and part of the HEART Academies Trust, serves a mixed student population of 1,375, with a capacity of 1,440. The school is dedicated to fostering a community-minded ethos, promoting high standards and strong relationships among students, staff, and families. Bedford Academy aims to support each student in reaching their full potential through a commitment to individuality and inclusivity.
The curriculum at Bedford Academy is designed to provide a solid foundation for students' future educational pathways. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, as evidenced by recent achievements in GCSE and A-Level results, which have shown continuous improvement. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular opportunities to help students develop into well-rounded individuals.
Bedford Academy prioritises student support and guidance, encouraging good attendance, punctuality, and a smart appearance. The school actively engages with the local community and aims to remove barriers to learning, ensuring every student has equal opportunities for success. Parents can find more information on the school's website or by contacting the academy directly.
The curriculum at Bedford Academy is designed to provide a solid foundation for students' future educational pathways. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, as evidenced by recent achievements in GCSE and A-Level results, which have shown continuous improvement. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular opportunities to help students develop into well-rounded individuals.
Bedford Academy prioritises student support and guidance, encouraging good attendance, punctuality, and a smart appearance. The school actively engages with the local community and aims to remove barriers to learning, ensuring every student has equal opportunities for success. Parents can find more information on the school's website or by contacting the academy directly.
Useful links
- Local Advisory Board (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- VIEW CALENDAR (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- 27 Oct Half Term (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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
- Bedford
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HEART ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1440
- Pupils
- 1375
- Boys
- 686
- Girls
- 689
- FSM %
- 37.20
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1375 | 686 | 689 | 1440 | 37.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1332 | 639 | 693 | 1440 | 32.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1264 | 630 | 634 | 1440 | 31.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1264 | 630 | 634 | 1440 | 31.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1197 | 585 | 612 | 1440 | 29.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1129 | 541 | 588 | 1440 | 25.40 |
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