A good academy converter school in Sefton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bedford Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100.0 | 100.0 |
| 2023 | 100.0 | 101.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-0.5 per year)
Down -0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Dream, Believe, Aspire"
Bedford Primary is a two-form entry community school for ages 4–11; it aims to instil belief that every child can excel, with high standards, creativity, resilience and collaboration with families; Headteacher Mrs Braithwaite invites visits to the school.
Breakfast Club and After School Clubs are available (details on School Clubs & Courses).
Special Needs Coordinator: Mrs Fallon; Deputy SENDCOs: Mrs Fleming and Mrs Fletcher; Assistant SENDCOs and ongoing SEND provision are described on the SEN Information page.
Applications for 2026 entry into Reception and Year 7 opened on 1 September 2025 via the Citizen Portal. Closing dates: 31 October 2025 for secondary, 15 January 2026 for primary. If you do not live in Sefton you must apply to your home Local Authority; applications must be submitted online via the Citizen Portal by the stated closing dates.