Northill CofE Academy
57%
Capacity
60
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Northill CofE Academy
Northill CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 60 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Northill CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Siobhan Wright, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Northill CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 4 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Northill CofE Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northill CofE Academy include Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Northill CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bedford Road, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, SG18 9AH |
| Headteacher | Siobhan Wright |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 60 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 60 / 105 (57% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
23 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
13
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bedford Road, Biggleswade
Central Bedfordshire, SG18 9AH
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