Gravenhurst Academy
96%
Capacity
72
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Gravenhurst Academy
Gravenhurst 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 72 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 75 places).
the school is led by headteacher Debbie Randall, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Gravenhurst Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 15 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gravenhurst Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Gravenhurst 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 | High Street, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 4HY |
| Headteacher | Debbie Randall |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 75 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Bedford
Central Bedfordshire, MK45 4HY
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