Pupils
1070
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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Our number one ranked school in Bedford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Bedford School.
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys only
Type
Other independent school
2
Bedford Modern School is ranked second in Bedford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.
Pupils
1252
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3
At number 3 in the best schools in Bedford based on our authoritative ranking is Bedford Girls' School.
Pupils
906
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
4
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
1685
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5
Our number five ranked school in Bedford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Redborne Upper School and Community College.
Pupils
1592
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 2026
- Bedford School
- Bedford Modern School
- Bedford Girls' School
- Sharnbrook Academy
- Redborne Upper School and Community College
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