King's Oak Primary School
93%
Capacity
868
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About King's Oak Primary School
King's Oak Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 1 to 11. The school has 868 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 936 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King's Oak Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Morley-Smith, it falls under Bedford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 46 in Bedford.
King's Oak Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 92 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 90 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King's Oak Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, King's Oak 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 | 1 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oak Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK42 0HH |
| Headteacher | Robert Morley-Smith |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Number of Pupils | 868 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.4% |
| School Capacity | 868 / 936 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8244th of 13,686
Nationally
893rd of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 46
In Bedford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
59%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed92
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
90 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About King's Oak Primary School
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Contact Information
Oak Road, Bedford
Bedford, MK42 0HH
Journey to School
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