Castle Newnham School
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About Castle Newnham School
Castle Newnham School is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 750 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated Castle Newnham School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Levesley, it falls under Bedford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.01 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 40.7. Additionally, ranked 1533rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 14 in Bedford.
Castle Newnham School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 2 parents).
On-site facilities at Castle Newnham School include Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Theatre, Art Studios, Science Labs.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Netball, Hockey and 6 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Debate, Drama, Coding and 6 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Bedford, Castle Newnham School 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Polhill Avenue, Bedford, Bedford, MK41 9DT |
| Headteacher | Sara Levesley |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 750 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.01)
1533rd of 3,141
Nationally
171st of 350
In East of England
11th of 14
In Bedford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Newnham School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
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School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
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School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
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Contact Information
Polhill Avenue, Bedford
Bedford, MK41 9DT
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