The Best Schools In Bedford Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Bedford. These top schools near Bedford are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Bedford and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Bedford Modern School

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Our number one ranked school in Bedford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Bedford Modern School.

Pupils
1282
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Bedford School

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Bedford School is ranked second in Bedford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1113
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Other independent school
3

Bedford Girls' School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Bedford based on our authoritative ranking is Bedford Girls' School.

Pupils
913
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
4

Sharnbrook Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Bedford league table is Sharnbrook Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1670
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Redborne Upper School and Community College

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Our number five ranked school in Bedford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Redborne Upper School and Community College.

Pupils
1580
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Bedford and their catchment areas in Bedford ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Bedford Modern School
  • Bedford School
  • Bedford Girls' School
  • Sharnbrook Academy
  • Redborne Upper School and Community College

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