Biggleswade Academy

URN: 137947 • Biggleswade SG18 8JU

Overview

Name
Biggleswade Academy
URN
137947
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LIFE ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.8 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Steer (since 2025) , Academy Principal
Telephone
01767660515
Website
Visit
Address
Mead End, Biggleswade SG18 8JU

Summary

Biggleswade Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 875 pupils and a capacity of 957. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive and ambitious learning environment, where high expectations and strong moral principles are at the forefront of its ethos. The mission of the academy emphasizes collective achievement, self-belief, and the development of independent learners who are prepared for future challenges.

The academy promotes core values such as ambition, determination, integrity, and respect, which guide both teaching and learning. These values, alongside the Habits of Learning—Being Safe, Being Caring, and Being Positive—aim to cultivate confident and responsible citizens. Additionally, Biggleswade Academy upholds British values, including democracy and mutual respect, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students.

Biggleswade Academy also places a strong emphasis on understanding each pupil as an individual, recognising their unique talents and aspirations. This approach not only enriches the educational experience but also strengthens the sense of community within the school. Parents are encouraged to engage with the academy's resources to better understand its culture and educational philosophy.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIFE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
957
Pupils
875
Boys
463
Girls
412
FSM %
13.30
Open date
2012-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 875 463 412 957 13.30
2024-09-11 1168 620 548 1010 16.20
2023-09-11 1173 625 548 1010 11.80
2022-09-11 1173 625 548 1010 11.80
2021-09-11 1154 601 553 1010 9.40
2020-09-11 1148 602 546 1010 7.90

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login