Great Denham Primary School
104%
Capacity
677
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Great Denham Primary School
Great Denham Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 677 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 650 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Denise Burgess, it falls under Bedford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5061st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 46 in Bedford.
Great Denham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 193 applications for 90 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 117 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Denham Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, Great Denham 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 | Greenkeepers Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 4GG |
| Headteacher | Denise Burgess |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 677 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 677 / 650 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5061st of 13,686
Nationally
524th of 1,612
In East of England
12th of 46
In Bedford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
68%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
193
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
117 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Denham Primary School
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Contact Information
Greenkeepers Road, Bedford
Bedford, MK40 4GG
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