Middle deemed secondaryData as of May 2026

Holywell School

Red Lion Close, Cranfield, Bedford, MK43 0JA

Academy converter

Church of England

Pupils

711

Ages

9-13

FSM

17.2%

Capacity

720

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2014

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

29.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

27.0%

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About Holywell School

Holywell School is a secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 27% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 711 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Red Lion Close, Bedford, MK43 0JA | More schools in Central Bedfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Holywell School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2023 — School remains Good
Oct 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Holywell School

What is Holywell School's Ofsted rating?

Holywell School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.

What are Holywell School's latest exam results?

Holywell School: KS2 2024/25: 27% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Holywell School located?

Holywell School is a secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire (MK43 0JA).

How many pupils attend Holywell School?

Holywell School has around 711 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Holywell School with other schools?

View Holywell School'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 Central Bedfordshire.