Shackleton Primary School

About Shackleton Primary School

Shackleton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bedford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 465 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 540 places).

Ofsted has rated Shackleton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andie BenBrahim, it falls under Bedford local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12007th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 46 in Bedford.

Shackleton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Shackleton Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bedford, Shackleton 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.

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