Kempston Academy
URN: 142387 • Bedford MK42 7EB
Overview
- Name
- Kempston Academy
- URN
- 142387
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul House (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01234290900
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hill Rise, Bedford MK42 7EB
Summary
Kempston Academy, located in Bedford, is a mixed secondary school with an enrolment of 824 students and a capacity of 982. As part of the Chiltern Learning Trust, the academy is committed to fostering a supportive and aspirational environment for all students. The school emphasises academic excellence while also prioritising personal growth through a diverse range of extracurricular activities, trips, and robust careers provision.
The academy's ethos centres on strong relationships and community involvement, aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and personally. With a focus on high-quality teaching and learning, Kempston Academy strives to equip students with the skills and experiences necessary for future success, regardless of their chosen pathways.
Kempston Academy serves the local community of Kempston and Bedford, reflecting a commitment to transformation and improvement. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for prospective families to explore its offerings through events such as the upcoming Open Evening. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the staff directly.
The academy's ethos centres on strong relationships and community involvement, aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and personally. With a focus on high-quality teaching and learning, Kempston Academy strives to equip students with the skills and experiences necessary for future success, regardless of their chosen pathways.
Kempston Academy serves the local community of Kempston and Bedford, reflecting a commitment to transformation and improvement. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for prospective families to explore its offerings through events such as the upcoming Open Evening. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the staff directly.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School Day Timings (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- Vision & Values (download)
- Curriculum Intent (download)
- Kempston Academy Vision & Values (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Thomas More Catholic School (70.2)
- Redborne Upper School and Community College (69.8)
- Sharnbrook Academy (62.7)
- St Thomas More Catholic School (61.4)
- Goldington Academy (60.0)
Key details
- LA
- Bedford
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 982
- Pupils
- 824
- Boys
- 435
- Girls
- 389
- FSM %
- 28.90
- Open date
- 2015-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-09-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 824 | 435 | 389 | 982 | 28.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 834 | 445 | 389 | 982 | 29.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 646 | 327 | 319 | 957 | 26.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 646 | 327 | 319 | 957 | 26.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 558 | 277 | 281 | 1130 | 29.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 526 | 257 | 269 | 1130 | 27.80 |
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