Bedford Primary School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Bedford Primary School
Bedford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bedford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Braithwaite, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12564th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 59 in Sefton.
Bedford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 57 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bedford Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Bedford Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Quarry Road, Liverpool, Sefton, L20 9LJ |
| Headteacher | Ruth Braithwaite |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12564th of 13,686
Nationally
1865th of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
39%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
71
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Quarry Road, Liverpool
Sefton, L20 9LJ
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