Arnold Academy
URN: 136829 • Bedford MK45 4JZ
Overview
- Name
- Arnold Academy
- URN
- 136829
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Middle deemed secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE PYRAMID SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Peter Roberts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582616400
- Website
- Visit Arnold Academy website
- Address
-
Hexton Road, Bedford MK45 4JZ
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Summary
Arnold Academy, located in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed middle deemed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 699 pupils and a capacity of 720. The school prides itself on fostering a strong community atmosphere, emphasizing positive relationships and shared values among students and staff. Headteacher Pete Roberts highlights the importance of providing a caring and safe environment where pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
The academy offers an exciting and challenging curriculum designed to engage students and encourage them to reach their full potential. Arnold Academy is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and ensuring that every pupil enjoys their educational experience. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and online safety, maintaining robust connections with external agencies to support families.
Parents are encouraged to visit the academy to gain a deeper understanding of the school’s ethos and offerings. The school’s website provides additional resources, including term dates, newsletters, and the annual prospectus, which outlines the educational opportunities available for students.
The academy offers an exciting and challenging curriculum designed to engage students and encourage them to reach their full potential. Arnold Academy is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and ensuring that every pupil enjoys their educational experience. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and online safety, maintaining robust connections with external agencies to support families.
Parents are encouraged to visit the academy to gain a deeper understanding of the school’s ethos and offerings. The school’s website provides additional resources, including term dates, newsletters, and the annual prospectus, which outlines the educational opportunities available for students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Alban Church of England Academy (61.4)
- Alameda Middle School (60.6)
- Woodland Middle School Academy (59.8)
- Holywell School (59.7)
- Harrold Priory Middle School (50.3)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 9 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PYRAMID SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 720
- Pupils
- 699
- Boys
- 355
- Girls
- 344
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 699 | 355 | 344 | 720 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 694 | 349 | 345 | 720 | 12.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 716 | 368 | 348 | 720 | 9.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 716 | 368 | 348 | 720 | 9.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 717 | 379 | 338 | 720 | 6.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 688 | 364 | 324 | 720 | 4.90 |
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