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Shackleton Primary School

Pearcey Road, Bedford, MK42 9LZ

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Pupils

465

Ages

4-11

FSM

35.9%

Capacity

540

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2021

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

63.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

54.0%

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About Shackleton Primary School

Shackleton Primary School is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 465 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Pearcey Road, Bedford, MK42 9LZ | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

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

Sept 2021 — Good
Dec 2013 — Good (predecessor: Shackleton Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Shackleton Primary School

What is Shackleton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Shackleton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Shackleton Primary School's latest exam results?

Shackleton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Shackleton Primary School located?

Shackleton Primary School is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford (MK42 9LZ).

How many pupils attend Shackleton Primary School?

Shackleton Primary School has around 465 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Shackleton Primary School with other schools?

View Shackleton Primary 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 Bedford.