Edith Cavell Primary School
91%
Capacity
287
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Edith Cavell Primary School
Edith Cavell Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 287 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edith Cavell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Cooke, it falls under Bedford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8585th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 46 in Bedford.
Edith Cavell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edith Cavell Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, Edith Cavell Primary 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Manton Lane, Bedford, Bedford, MK41 7NH |
| Headteacher | Heather Cooke |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 315 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8585th of 13,686
Nationally
929th of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 46
In Bedford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
57%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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
Manton Lane, Bedford
Bedford, MK41 7NH
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