St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

URN: 139515 • Bedford MK41 9DQ

Overview

Name
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
URN
139515
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michele McGettigan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234401900
Website
Visit
Address
Polhill Avenue, Bedford MK41 9DQ

Summary

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in the Putnoe area of Bedford, serving 306 pupils from Reception to Year 6. With a capacity of 420, the school operates under the Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Academies Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Catholic ethos. The school emphasizes Gospel Values such as Faith, Love, Hope, Trust, and Forgiveness, fostering a supportive community among students, staff, and families.

The school boasts spacious grounds that facilitate active learning and environmental education. St John Rigby works closely with its associated secondary school, St Thomas More, ensuring a seamless transition for students as they progress through their education. The dedicated staff focus on equipping children with essential life skills and a strong educational foundation.

St John Rigby is recognized for its positive relationships among pupils and staff, contributing to a happy and safe learning atmosphere. The school encourages parental involvement and values its connections with local parishes and the wider community, reinforcing its commitment to holistic education.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Capacity
420
Pupils
306
Boys
149
Girls
157
FSM %
11.80
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 306 149 157 420 11.80
2024-09-11 316 160 156 420 13.00
2023-09-11 368 169 199 420 9.00
2022-09-11 368 169 199 420 9.00
2021-09-11 386 185 201 420 8.00
2020-09-11 403 184 219 420 6.70

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