St John's School
URN: 137469 • Bedford MK42 8AA
Overview
- Name
- St John's School
- URN
- 137469
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BEDFORD INCLUSIVE LEARNING AND TRAINING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shannon Poulter (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01234345565
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Austin Canons, Bedford MK42 8AA
Summary
St John's School is a mixed academy special converter located in Bedford, serving 178 pupils with a capacity of 181. The school is dedicated to fostering independence and providing a tailored learning experience that meets the individual needs of its students. Emphasising functional learning, St John's aims to engage students in a supportive environment, promoting a love of reading and effective communication with families.
The school has received positive feedback from parents, highlighting the exceptional support and care provided by the staff. Many parents appreciate the school's focus on personal development, noting improvements in their children's confidence and independence. St John's School is also a UNICEF Bronze Rights Respecting School, reflecting its commitment to upholding children's rights within the educational framework.
In September 2023, St John's School was rated as a 'Good Provider' by Ofsted, affirming its quality of education and support services. The school is part of the Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust, which reinforces its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The school has received positive feedback from parents, highlighting the exceptional support and care provided by the staff. Many parents appreciate the school's focus on personal development, noting improvements in their children's confidence and independence. St John's School is also a UNICEF Bronze Rights Respecting School, reflecting its commitment to upholding children's rights within the educational framework.
In September 2023, St John's School was rated as a 'Good Provider' by Ofsted, affirming its quality of education and support services. The school is part of the Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust, which reinforces its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- SEND Info and Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Our School Expectations (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Pupil Voice (other)
- Staff (other)
- Vision & Aims (other)
- Welcome (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School (55.2)
- KWS School (53.9)
- Grange Academy (50.3)
- Ridgeway School (50.0)
- St Andrew's School (49.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bedford
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BEDFORD INCLUSIVE LEARNING AND TRAINING TRUST
- Capacity
- 181
- Pupils
- 178
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- 48.60
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 178 | 118 | 60 | 181 | 48.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 183 | 126 | 57 | 181 | 42.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 182 | 132 | 50 | 181 | 39.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 182 | 132 | 50 | 180 | 39.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 171 | 123 | 48 | 170 | 38.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 171 | 124 | 47 | 170 | 36.80 |
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