Bedford Road Primary Academy
89%
Capacity
373
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bedford Road Primary Academy
Bedford Road Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bedford Road Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Alex Holdsworth, it falls under Bedford local authority.
Bedford Road Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 52 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bedford Road Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, Bedford Road Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hillgrounds Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK42 8QH |
| Headteacher | Alex Holdsworth |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 420 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillgrounds Road, Bedford
Bedford, MK42 8QH
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