Bedford School
Catchment Area, Exam Results and Reviews

Last updated 18 September 2026

Secondary
Post 16
PUPILS
911
AGES
7 - 18
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Other independent school
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School Guide verdict

Bedford School is an independent secondary in Bedford that holds a top 5-star rating from School Guide. At its 2023 ISI inspection, the school was judged excellent for the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements.

Bedford School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

How Does The School Perform?

Inspection
Ofsted inspection
(19/10/2023)
Overall grade included
Ofsted Report · All Reports
96%
INDEPENDENT AVG. 38%
5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths



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Bedford School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Top Grades Compared With Other Schools

48% Independent Average Bedford School UNLOCK GCSE
49% Independent Average Bedford School UNLOCK A level

Top grades at GCSE (7-9) and top grades at A level (A*/A)

Bedford School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 5% of schools in England) Below Average (About 26% of schools in England) Average (About 43% of schools in England) Above Average (About 21% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 5% of schools in England)
Bedford School Historic Exam Results

School Results Over Time

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% of pupils who achieved 3 A levels at AAB or higher
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De Parys Avenue
Bedford
MK40 2TU
+44 (0)1234 362216
Bedford

School Description

A nationally respected boarding and day school for boys; Bedford offers diversity, excellence and breadth of opportunity. Founded in 1552, Bedford currently has 1093 students with 269 boarders. The School is set in parkland in the centre of Bedford, 50 miles north of London. Tradition combines with innovative educational thinking to provide a challenging environment within a strong community.

News, Photos and Open Days from Bedford School

Last update: 18 September 2026
OPEN MORNING

Join us for our next Open Morning on Saturday 22nd April at 10am.  To book your family's place, please visit www.bedfordschool.org.uk/Visits-and-Open-Mornings or call 01234 362216.

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Bedford School Catchment Area Map

This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.

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Frequently asked questions

What was the outcome of the latest inspection at Bedford School?

Bedford School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in 2023, where it was judged excellent for the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements as well as their personal development.

How many pupils attend Bedford School?

There are 911 pupils enrolled at Bedford School.

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