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Council: Central Bedfordshire

Dunstable Icknield Lower School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU6 3AG

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 3-9)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Dunton CofE Junior School

Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire - SG18 8RN

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“We believe Values are important as they help the children to be more aware of themselves and others, communicate more effectively, build social skills, value themselves, others and the environment and develop a sense of responsibility.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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Quality of education: Good

Eaton Bray Academy

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU6 2DT

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“Eaton Bray Academy is a happy, inclusive family where pupils and community are at our heart. Together we inspire children to be curious and develop a genuine love of learning providing strong foundations for their future.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Edward Peake CofE VC School

Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire - SG18 0EJ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“We believe that our pupils are our greatest asset therefore we are committed to providing an outstanding education for each and every pupil. Our core purpose is to enable pupils to make exceptional progress and support pupils’ personal well-being so that they can achieve outstanding outcomes.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Etonbury Academy

Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire - SG15 6XS

“The school was originally founded in 1955 as a small local secondary school. In the mid 1970’s it became Etonbury Middle School and has played a key role in the education of local students over the years.”

Middle deemed secondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Eversholt Lower School

Milton Keynes, Central Bedfordshire - MK17 9DU

Reception - Year 4 (ages 4-9)

“At Eversholt we create a learning environment where each individual is valued and is given the opportunity to flourish, grow and learn – we are all committed to providing the best possible start in life for our young pupils.”

PrimarySince 2011Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Everton Heath Primary School

Nr Sandy, Central Bedfordshire - SG19 2LE

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Everton Heath Primary, we aim to nurture and maximise the full learning potential of each child. We believe that by creating a positive and stimulating learning community, our pupils will grow as responsible and respectful members of the school and will thrive both academically and personally.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Fairfield Park Lower School

Fairfield Park, Central Bedfordshire - SG5 4FD

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 3-9)

“At Fairfield Park Lower School, the children are introduced to the values half termly on a two-year cycle. This approach was chosen so that children become immersed in one value over a half term and fully understand what it is and how they can show it inside and outside of school.”

PrimarySince 2007Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Flitwick Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 1LU

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

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PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Fulbrook School

Milton Keynes, Central Bedfordshire - MK17 8NP

Year 5 - Year 11 (ages 9-16)

“At the heart of the local community, Fulbrook’s vision is that every single young person who joins the school is offered all the opportunities to Learn, Experience and Achieve what they need and want, to build a fulfilled life.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Gilbert Inglefield Academy

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 3FU

Year 5 - Year 8 (ages 9-13)

“Our dedicated Central Team includes specialists in education, finance, HR, and IT, providing essential support to ensure our schools thrive.”

Middle deemed secondaryEstablishedOfsted: InadequateQuality of education: InadequateCategory of concern

Gothic Mede Academy

Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire - SG15 6SL

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 3-9)

“We are an ambitious school where we take pride in all that we do, as reflected in our motto - Pride in ourselves, pride in our school, pride in our community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Gravenhurst Academy

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 4HY

Year 1 - Year 4 (ages 5-9)

“Through a warm and caring ethos, we aim to help all pupils achieve their full potential by encouraging, stimulating, enthusing and challenging them in their learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Greenfield CofE VC Lower School

Greenfield, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 5ES

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“At the academy, every individual is valued for who they are and what they contribute to the schools. The Values Education Programme is intended to support the personal, social and spiritual development of every pupil throughout the schools.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Greenleas School

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 2AB

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“If you are living in Leighton Buzzard or moving to the area and are looking for high quality early years education, please take a look at our online video tours.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Hadrian Academy

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 4SR

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Harlington Lower School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 6PD

Reception - Year 4 (ages 4-9)

“The first priority of Harlington Lower School will always be to achieve the best outcomes for all our pupils.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Harlington Upper School

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire - LU5 6NX

Year 9 - Year 13 (ages 13-18)

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Haynes Lower School

Bedford, Central Bedfordshire - MK45 3PR

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“We believe that all children have the right to receive a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating education. Our curriculum enables children to develop confidence, to progress, to acquire knowledge, to build and embed skills throughout their time at our school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Heathwood Lower School

Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire - LU7 3AU

Nursery - Year 4 (ages 2-9)

“"Our vision is for every child to develop a love of learning, to be curious about the world around them, and to feel a true sense of belonging. We nurture kindness, encourage children to be courteous and respectful, and celebrate the differences that make each individual unique.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good