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Shortstown Primary School

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Shortstown Primary School

Beauvais Square, Shortstown, Bedford, MK42 0GS

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Pupils
488
Ages
2-11
FSM
24.8%
Capacity
420
Ofsted
Good
Oct 2021

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
75.0%
Writing
70.0%
Maths
77.0%
RWM Combined
60.0%

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About Shortstown Primary School

Shortstown Primary School is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 488 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Beauvais Square, Bedford, MK42 0GS | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Oct 2021 — Good
  2. Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: Shortstown Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Shortstown Primary School

What is Shortstown Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Shortstown Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are Shortstown Primary School's latest exam results?
Shortstown Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Shortstown Primary School located?
Shortstown Primary School is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford (MK42 0GS).
How many pupils attend Shortstown Primary School?
Shortstown Primary School has around 488 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Shortstown Primary School with other schools?
View Shortstown 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.