Holywell School

URN: 138844 • Bedford MK43 0JA

Overview

Name
Holywell School
URN
138844
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HOLYWELL CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Simpson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234750381
Website
Visit
Address
Red Lion Close, Bedford MK43 0JA

Summary

Holywell School is a mixed academy converter located in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, catering to students aged 9 to 13. With a current enrolment of 711 pupils and a capacity of 720, the school is committed to providing a values-based education rooted in its Christian ethos. The school's vision, inspired by the teachings of Jesus, encourages students to "live life in all its fullness" and promotes a supportive, inclusive community that values kindness and respect.

The curriculum at Holywell School is designed to foster academic, social, and personal growth, ensuring that all students are encouraged to achieve their best. The school emphasizes the importance of community, urging students to build strong connections and support one another. This approach is reflected in the school's recent Ofsted report, which highlighted the polite and confident nature of its pupils and their commitment to creating a positive learning environment.

Holywell School welcomes students from all faiths and backgrounds, aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where everyone feels safe and valued. The school actively promotes tolerance and respect, preparing students to be responsible and caring members of their community.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HOLYWELL CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Capacity
720
Pupils
711
Boys
355
Girls
356
FSM %
17.20
Open date
2012-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 711 355 356 720 17.20
2024-09-11 722 362 360 720 16.30
2023-09-11 730 361 369 720 14.90
2022-09-11 730 361 369 720 14.90
2021-09-11 698 356 342 720 11.70
2020-09-11 684 354 330 720 8.30

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