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Bedford School
Bedford·East of England·Independent·boys
All-throughIndependentboysAges 7–19Church of England
Bedford School is an all-through independent school in Bedford, East of England, rated 5.7/10 by 1 student. The school scores highest in Support (0.7) and Environment (0.6). The area with the most room for improvement is Culture (0.5).
In terms of academic performance, Bedford School has an average A-Level grade of B+.
The school has 0% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
After leaving Bedford School, student destinations include 76% going on to university and 0% entering apprenticeships.
Across the six dimensions measured by y.school, Bedford School scores: Support (0.7/10), Environment (0.6/10), Teaching (0.6/10), Fairness (0.5/10), Opportunity (0.5/10), Culture (0.5/10). Scores are relatively consistent across dimensions, suggesting a balanced student experience.
All student scores on y.school are calculated from anonymous ratings using a transparent, deterministic methodology. Scores are freshness-weighted (18-month half-life) and include confidence tiers based on sample size, diversity, and consistency. For full details, see the y.school methodology.
Students at Bedford School achieve an average A-Level grade of B+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
22% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
After leaving Bedford School, 76% go on to university and 0% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Crime Nearby
435/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
151/mo
35% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.2
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Bedford Rail Station
1.3km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Independent school data note
Independent schools often sit IGCSEs, which DfE performance tables don't count. Because the resulting Attainment 8 / Progress 8 / EBacc figures systematically understate actual results, they are not shown for independent schools. A-Level and destination data is unaffected and shown below.
7.2
Good
/ 10
Data Score
Computed from 6 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.