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Polam School
45 Lansdowne Road, Bedford, MK40 2BU
Independent school for ages 1–9 in Bedford. Mixed intake.
Polam School is a small independent mixed school in Bedford for children aged 1 to 9. It has nursery classes, non-selective admissions and special classes, with around 100 pupils across the early years and lower primary age range in an urban Bedford setting.
The school describes its approach as shaped by curiosity, optimism, resilience and empathy. It says wellbeing and care sit at the centre of school life, with play, exploration and strong relationships used to build confidence, independence and a love of learning.
Its July 2023 ISI inspection found standards and safeguarding standards were met.
Ages 1–9 · Primary age
96 pupils · On roll
Independent school · Mixed