Campton Academy
120%
Capacity
132
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Campton Academy
Campton Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 132 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (120% of 110 places).
Ofsted has rated Campton Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Linehan, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Campton Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 22 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Campton Academy include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Campton 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rectory Road, Shefford, Central Bedfordshire, SG17 5PF |
| Headteacher | John Linehan |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 132 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.8% |
| School Capacity | 132 / 110 (120% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2023. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rectory Road, Shefford
Central Bedfordshire, SG17 5PF
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