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Lincroft Academy

Lincroft Academy, Bedford
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Lincroft Academy

Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7RE

A Good-rated secondary school in Bedford.

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Pupils
931
Ages
11-16
FSM
14.1%
Attainment 8
44.9
Ofsted
Good
Dec 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
14.2%
Basics 9-5
48.1%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
34.4%
EBacc APS
3.98
EBacc 9-5
13.2%
EBacc 9-4
18.0%
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About Lincroft Academy

Lincroft Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 211 responses), 68% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.9. The school has around 931 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Station Road, Bedford, MK43 7RE | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lincroft Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Dec 2024 — Good
  2. Feb 2022 — Requires improvement
  3. Jul 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Lincroft Academy

What is Lincroft Academy's Ofsted rating?
Lincroft Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Lincroft Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 211 responses): 68% of parents would recommend Lincroft Academy.
What are Lincroft Academy's latest exam results?
Lincroft Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Lincroft Academy located?
Lincroft Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, Bedford (MK43 7RE).
How many pupils attend Lincroft Academy?
Lincroft Academy has around 931 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Lincroft Academy with other schools?
View Lincroft Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bedford.