Queen's Park Academy

URN: 136660 • Bedford MK40 4HA

Overview

Name
Queen's Park Academy
URN
136660
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Bolton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234352901
Website
Visit
Address
Chestnut Avenue, Bedford MK40 4HA

Summary

Queen's Park Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Bedford, serving a diverse community with over twenty-five languages spoken among its 449 pupils. The school operates with a capacity of 375 and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where children feel happy and confident. The leadership, under Principal Emma Bolton, emphasizes integrity, ambition, and excellence, aiming to support each child’s development through a rich and varied curriculum.

The curriculum at Queen's Park Academy is designed to be knowledge-rich, enabling pupils to retain and apply what they learn over time. Teaching methods are research-based, breaking down content into manageable segments to enhance understanding. The school also promotes experiential learning through trips and extracurricular activities, allowing children to engage with their education beyond the classroom.

In addition to academic support, Queen's Park Academy offers wrap-around care for children, providing a safe and engaging environment before and after school. The academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, ensuring a secure and nurturing atmosphere for learning.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Capacity
375
Pupils
449
Boys
245
Girls
204
FSM %
32.30
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 449 245 204 375 32.30
2024-09-11 452 250 202 375 27.90
2023-09-11 417 226 191 375 30.50
2022-09-11 417 226 191 375 30.50
2021-09-11 404 225 179 375 31.20
2020-09-11 401 219 182 375 26.80

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