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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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