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Bedford High School
Manchester Road, Leigh, WN7 2LU
Community school for ages 11–16 in Leigh. Mixed intake.
Bedford High School is a mixed non-selective community secondary in Leigh, Wigan, teaching students aged 11 to 16. It has 1101 pupils on roll, a capacity of 1210 places, and was rated Good by Ofsted in November 2023.
The school presents the phrases 'Work hard, be respectful, take responsibility' and 'To care, to learn, to achieve' as central messages. It describes itself as an inclusive community and highlights arts opportunities, including GCSE drama theatre visits, dance workshops at Pendleton College and links with Bedford Arts alumni.
Ages 11–16 · Secondary
1,101 pupils · On roll
Community school · Mixed