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Alameda Middle School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Alameda Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 720 pupils, and a capacity of 720 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–13

Age range

720

Pupils

720

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Alameda Middle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Alameda Middle School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Central Bedfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 720 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 720 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Alameda Middle School — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2QR
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
11.7% of pupils
DfE URN
137249

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Bedford

If Alameda Middle School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Alameda Middle School

Is Alameda Middle School oversubscribed?

Yes — Alameda Middle School currently has 720 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 720 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Alameda Middle School?

Admission to Alameda Middle School is managed by Central Bedfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Alameda Middle School cover?

Alameda Middle School is a middle deemed secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Alameda Middle School?

Alameda Middle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.