PrimaryData as of May 2026

Bedford Road Primary Academy

Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8QH

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

373

Ages

5-11

FSM

29.8%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

64.0%

Maths

54.0%

RWM Combined

46.0%

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About Bedford Road Primary Academy

Bedford Road Primary Academy is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 46% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 373 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Hillgrounds Road, Bedford, MK42 8QH | More schools in Bedford

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2025 — 2024+ framework
May 2022 — Requires improvement
May 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Bedford Road Primary School)
Jun 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Bedford Road Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bedford Road Primary Academy

What is Bedford Road Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Bedford Road Primary Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Bedford Road Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Bedford Road Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 46% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Bedford Road Primary Academy located?

Bedford Road Primary Academy is a primary school in Bedford, Bedford (MK42 8QH).

How many pupils attend Bedford Road Primary Academy?

Bedford Road Primary Academy has around 373 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bedford Road Primary Academy with other schools?

View Bedford Road Primary 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.