A good foundation school school in Bedford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Pinchmill Primary School.
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| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 96.0 | 98.0 |
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"Excite, Inspire, Engage, Achieve"
The Head Teacher welcomes visitors to Pinchmill, describes it as the ‘home of our Pinchmill Family’, emphasises nurturing relationships with school, families and the wider community, and highlights a purposeful, fun and inspiring curriculum that develops communication, problem solving and resilience.
Before and After School Care Club is available for all children from Pre-School through to Year 6. Bookings can be made via email, telephone or through the class teacher. Prices (as of September 2024): 7:45am – 8:55am £4.50; 3:20pm – 4:30pm £4.50 (with light snack); 4:30pm – 6:00pm £7 (includes a light tea); 3:20pm – 6:00pm £10 (includes a light snack and tea). Invoices are sent out every month.
Government funding for free school meals is provided for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. For Years 3–6 there is a charge for meals (£3.17 per meal for 2025/26). Meals must be paid online via Caterlink (meals.caterlinkltd.co.uk).