Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy
URN: 143770 • Bedford MK44 3HZ
Overview
- Name
- Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy
- URN
- 143770
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- S Evans (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01234870342
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Silver Street, Bedford MK44 3HZ
Summary
Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Bedford, serving 203 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and high-quality education, underpinned by its Church of England ethos, which emphasizes learning, friendship, and worship. The leadership, headed by Head Teacher Sarah Evans, aims to foster a nurturing environment that supports the holistic development of every child.
The curriculum at Great Barford is designed to be broad, rich, and relevant, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of its students. The school offers various workshops, particularly in reading and phonics, to enhance literacy skills across all year groups. Additionally, the academy provides support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources they need to thrive.
The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through regular updates and newsletters. Great Barford C of E Primary Academy prioritizes the well-being of its students and families, offering various support services and maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding and pastoral care.
The curriculum at Great Barford is designed to be broad, rich, and relevant, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of its students. The school offers various workshops, particularly in reading and phonics, to enhance literacy skills across all year groups. Additionally, the academy provides support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources they need to thrive.
The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through regular updates and newsletters. Great Barford C of E Primary Academy prioritizes the well-being of its students and families, offering various support services and maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding and pastoral care.
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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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 203
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 110
- FSM %
- 20.30
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 203 | 93 | 110 | 210 | 20.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 217 | 93 | 124 | 210 | 12.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 231 | 97 | 134 | 210 | 13.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 231 | 97 | 134 | 210 | 13.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 246 | 114 | 132 | 210 | 11.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 258 | 126 | 132 | 210 | 9.70 |
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