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Bedford School
De Parys Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2TU
Independent school for ages 7–19 in Bedford. Boys intake, Church of England.
Bedford School is a Church of England independent school for boys aged 7 to 19 in Bedford. It is registered as a boarding school, has a sixth form and is a large setting with around 1,070 pupils.
The school says it was founded in 1552 and describes its aim as helping boys become confident, independent and ready to take up opportunities.
Its October 2023 ISI inspection found standards and safeguarding standards were met, and its A-level average grade is B+.
At A level, 44.8% achieved AAB or better in two or more facilitating subjects.
Ages 7–19 · All-through
1,070 pupils · On roll
Independent school · Boys