St James' CofE Academy
URN: 148982 • bedford MK40 4BD
Overview
- Name
- St James' CofE Academy
- URN
- 148982
- 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
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Barden (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01234352721
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, bedford MK40 4BD
Summary
St James' CofE Academy is a mixed primary school located in Bedford, with a current enrolment of 192 pupils and a capacity of 210. As an academy converter, it is part of The Diocese of St. Albans Multi-Academy Trust, which underpins its commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. The school prioritises equality and aims to ensure that every child feels safe, happy, and confident while achieving their full potential.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to be exciting and motivating, encouraging children to develop a love for learning. The school promotes academic excellence while also focusing on personal growth, resilience, and curiosity. This holistic approach helps students build a strong foundation as they embark on their educational journey.
St James' Academy prides itself on its strong community ethos, viewing the school as a garden where every child can flourish uniquely. The supportive atmosphere is reinforced by dedicated staff and engaged parents, all working together to create a vibrant learning environment that values kindness and compassion.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to be exciting and motivating, encouraging children to develop a love for learning. The school promotes academic excellence while also focusing on personal growth, resilience, and curiosity. This holistic approach helps students build a strong foundation as they embark on their educational journey.
St James' Academy prides itself on its strong community ethos, viewing the school as a garden where every child can flourish uniquely. The supportive atmosphere is reinforced by dedicated staff and engaged parents, all working together to create a vibrant learning environment that values kindness and compassion.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School Meals (download)
- Term Dates 2025-2026 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Termly Class Overview (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 192
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 84
- FSM %
- 19.30
- Open date
- 2022-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 192 | 108 | 84 | 210 | 19.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 201 | 105 | 96 | 210 | 16.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 210 |
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