Castle Newnham School
URN: 151042 • Bedford MK41 9DT
Overview
- Name
- Castle Newnham School
- URN
- 151042
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sara Levesley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01234303403
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Polhill Avenue, Bedford MK41 9DT
Summary
Castle Newnham School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bedford, serving 750 pupils aged 4 to 16. As part of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), the school emphasizes a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at fostering academic achievement, creativity, and global citizenship. The school community is described as supportive and inclusive, providing numerous opportunities for students to excel in various areas.
The school's ethos is built around its CORE values: Community, Opportunity, Respect, and Excellence. These principles guide the staff in nurturing the "whole child," focusing on academic, social, and emotional development. Castle Newnham encourages strong partnerships between home and school, aiming to create a challenging yet supportive learning environment for all students.
In addition to academic pursuits, Castle Newnham offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, creative arts, and STEM programs. The school also facilitates various trips and visits, enhancing the educational experience and fostering a sense of community among pupils. Overall, Castle Newnham is committed to providing a well-rounded education that values individual strengths and encourages personal growth.
The school's ethos is built around its CORE values: Community, Opportunity, Respect, and Excellence. These principles guide the staff in nurturing the "whole child," focusing on academic, social, and emotional development. Castle Newnham encourages strong partnerships between home and school, aiming to create a challenging yet supportive learning environment for all students.
In addition to academic pursuits, Castle Newnham offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, creative arts, and STEM programs. The school also facilitates various trips and visits, enhancing the educational experience and fostering a sense of community among pupils. Overall, Castle Newnham is committed to providing a well-rounded education that values individual strengths and encourages personal growth.
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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 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 750
- Pupils
- 750
- Boys
- 370
- Girls
- 380
- FSM %
- 19.70
- Open date
- 2024-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 750 | 370 | 380 | 750 | 19.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 750 |
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