Harrold Primary Academy
URN: 143084 • Bedford MK43 7DB
Overview
- Name
- Harrold Primary Academy
- URN
- 143084
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MERIDIAN TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Callum Brown (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01234720346
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Green, Bedford MK43 7DB
Summary
Harrold Primary Academy is a mixed academy converter located in Bedford, serving pupils aged 4 to 11 years. Established in September 2017, the school operates on the site of the former Harrold Lower School and Harrold Priory Middle School. With a current enrolment of 98 students and a capacity of 210, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The academy offers a broad curriculum that includes core subjects such as Mathematics, English, and Science, alongside creative subjects like Art, Music, and Design Technology. The school is committed to fostering resilience and independence in learners through a structured approach to education, ensuring that each child is well-prepared for their transition to secondary school.
Harrold Primary Academy values strong partnerships with parents and the community, emphasizing communication and collaboration to support children's learning. The school provides various resources and activities, including clubs and a Parent Teacher Association, to engage families and enhance the educational experience.
The academy offers a broad curriculum that includes core subjects such as Mathematics, English, and Science, alongside creative subjects like Art, Music, and Design Technology. The school is committed to fostering resilience and independence in learners through a structured approach to education, ensuring that each child is well-prepared for their transition to secondary school.
Harrold Primary Academy values strong partnerships with parents and the community, emphasizing communication and collaboration to support children's learning. The school provides various resources and activities, including clubs and a Parent Teacher Association, to engage families and enhance the educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Great Denham Primary School (75.3)
- Great Barford Lower School (73.7)
- Castle Newnham School (71.3)
- Gravenhurst Lower School (70.2)
- Greenfield CofE VC Lower School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bedford
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MERIDIAN TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 98
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 9.20
- Open date
- 2016-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 98 | 52 | 46 | 210 | 9.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 107 | 52 | 55 | 210 | 5.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 136 | 73 | 63 | 210 | 5.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 136 | 73 | 63 | 210 | 5.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 139 | 71 | 68 | 210 | 4.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 76 | 76 | 210 | 5.90 |
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