The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 31.3 vs national 43.8)
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
31.3
12.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.13
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
16% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 7–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,252
- Capacity
- 96%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bedford
- Head
- Mr David Payne (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Manton Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7NT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmEdith Cavell Primary School
Primary · Very close
Livingstone Primary School
Primary · 608m away
Bedford Greenacre Independent School
Independent · 755m away
Polam School
Independent · 871m away
Priory Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary and Pre-School
Primary · 1.3km away
Bedford School
Independent · 1.4km away
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School
Independent · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Bedford Modern School a selective school?
Yes. Bedford Modern School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Bedford Modern School?
Bedford Modern School currently has 1,252 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bedford Modern School take?
Bedford Modern School caters for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Bedford Modern School?
Bedford Modern School is in Bedford, MK41 7NT, in the Bedford local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bedford Modern School have a sixth form?
Yes, Bedford Modern School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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