Biggleswade Academy
91%
Capacity
875
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Biggleswade Academy
Biggleswade Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 875 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 957 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Biggleswade Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Steer, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3479th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Biggleswade Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 109 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Biggleswade Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Biggleswade 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mead End, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, SG18 8JU |
| Headteacher | Mark Steer |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 875 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 875 / 957 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3479th of 13,686
Nationally
346th of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
72%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed109
150
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mead End, Biggleswade
Central Bedfordshire, SG18 8JU
Journey to School
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