KWS School

URN: 136122 • Bedford MK41 9TJ

Overview

Name
KWS School
URN
136122
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Nichols-Weaver (since 2025)
Telephone
01234358638
Website
Visit
Address
51 Brunel Road, Bedford MK41 9TJ

Summary

KWS School is an independent special school located in Bedford, catering to a small cohort of 24 mixed-gender students. Established by Karl Weaver and Sarah Nichols-Weaver, the school aims to provide tailored educational support for children and young people who struggle within traditional educational settings. The school focuses on students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, as well as additional special educational needs such as autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.

The ethos at KWS School is centred around creating a safe and engaging learning environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. The staff employ a holistic approach to education, aiming to rebuild trust and confidence in students who have faced challenges in their previous educational experiences. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the school’s positive impact on students, noting the calm atmosphere and the significant difference it makes in their lives.

KWS School operates with a capacity of 25 pupils and is committed to meeting the individual needs of each student. The school is led by Headteacher Sarah Nichols-Weaver and is supported by a dedicated team of staff who work collaboratively to ensure that all students can achieve their full potential. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
25
Pupils
24
Boys
19
Girls
5
FSM %
Open date
2010-05-26
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 24 19 5 25
2024-09-11 23 17 6 25
2023-09-11 18 17 1 25 0.00
2022-09-11 18 17 1 25 0.00
2021-09-11 20 20 0 25
2020-09-11 19 17 2 20

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