Manshead Church of England Academy
85%
Capacity
1,146
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Manshead Church of England Academy
Manshead Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 1,146 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 1,350 places).
Ofsted has rated Manshead Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wajid Tufiq, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.53 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 40.8. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 2641st out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 16 in Central Bedfordshire.
Manshead Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manshead Church of England Academy include Playing Fields, Astro Turf, Art Studios, Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Gymnasium, Theatre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Athletics, Netball, Hockey and 6 more, as well as clubs including Newspaper, Model UN, Chess, Debate and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Manshead Church of England 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Dunstable Road, Luton, Central Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB |
| Headteacher | Wajid Tufiq |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,146 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 1,146 / 1,350 (85% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.53)
2641st of 3,141
Nationally
303rd of 350
In East of England
11th of 16
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally
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.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
37.4
'22/23
35.2
'23/24
31.5
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manshead Church of England Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Dunstable Road, Luton
Central Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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