FavSchools
School profile

Daubeney Academy

SecondaryData as of May 2026
Daubeney Academy logo

Daubeney Academy

Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7PS

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Requires improvement
Feb 2023

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

38.5school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

Explore results and trends

Before you apply

Confirm entry-year admission rules, places and selection requirements with the school or local authority.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
38.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
11.8%
Basics 9-5
29.4%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

38.5

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2336.146.4
2023/2435.646.4
2024/2538.546.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23Not available0.00
2023/24+0.020.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
22.0%
EBacc APS
3.34
EBacc 9-5
8.3%
EBacc 9-4
11.0%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Location & Area

Explore the neighbourhood around the school

Data shown for guidance only · confirm details with the school before applying

Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Grange Academy
1.09 km away · Academy special converter
Good
Greys Education Centre
1.14 km away · Academy alternative provision converter
Good
St John's School
1.41 km away · Academy special converter
Good
Kempston Academy
1.69 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Ridgeway School
1.8 km away · Community special school
Good

Most parents compare a few schools before deciding. Put this school side by side with nearby alternatives — available results, intake and location in one view.

Open compare tool

About Daubeney Academy

Daubeney Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 64 responses), 97% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.5. The school has around 561 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Explore on mapLeague tablesCompare schools

Location: Orchard Street, Bedford, MK42 7PS | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Feb 2023 — Requires improvement
  2. May 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Daubeney Academy

Other open schools within 15 km, matched to this school's phase where known.

Frequently asked questions about Daubeney Academy

What is Daubeney Academy's Ofsted rating?
Daubeney Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What do parents say about Daubeney Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 64 responses): 97% of parents would recommend Daubeney Academy.
What are Daubeney Academy's latest exam results?
Daubeney Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.5. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Daubeney Academy located?
Daubeney Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, Bedford (MK42 7PS).
How many pupils attend Daubeney Academy?
Daubeney Academy has around 561 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Daubeney Academy with other schools?
View Daubeney Academy's full profile on FavSchools for available results and school details, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bedford.