Cranfield Church of England Academy

URN: 137853 • Bedford MK43 0DR

Overview

Name
Cranfield Church of England Academy
URN
137853
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CRANFIELD CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Munday (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234750261
Website
Visit
Address
Court Road, Bedford MK43 0DR

Summary

Cranfield Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 516 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 450. The school operates as a three-form entry lower school and nursery, catering to children aged 2-9 years. It is set to transition to a primary school in September 2026, introducing Year 5 classes.

The academy is rooted in a Christian ethos, guided by the Diocese of Saint Alban's motto, “Living God's Love.” This values-based approach fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and morally. The school emphasizes strong relationships among staff, students, and families, promoting exemplary behaviour and a genuine love of learning.

Cranfield Church of England Academy actively engages with the local community and parents, ensuring a collaborative approach to education. The school offers various support services, including financial hardship assistance, and encourages parental involvement in school life. For more information, visit their website at http://www.cranfieldchurchofenglandacademy.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
CRANFIELD CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Capacity
450
Pupils
516
Boys
263
Girls
253
FSM %
6.30
Open date
2012-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 516 263 253 450 6.30
2024-09-11 519 255 264 450 8.60
2023-09-11 524 255 269 450 9.70
2022-09-11 524 255 269 450 9.70
2021-09-11 511 240 271 450 8.70
2020-09-11 500 253 247 450 6.80

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