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Bedford School
Bedford·East of England·Independent·boys
Student Score
out of10
Early signal
1 rating
All-throughIndependentboysAges 7–19
Bedford School is a sixth form independent school in Bedford, East of England, rated 5.7/10 by 1 student. The school scores highest in _anchor (0.7) and Support (0.7). 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: _anchor (0.7/10), 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.
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.
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 use IGCSEs which are excluded from DfE performance tables. GCSE metrics may not reflect actual attainment. A-Level and destination data is accurate.
A-Level
Average Grade
B+
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.