Bedford Free School Catchment Area
Bedford Free School is a free s secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 525 pupils, and a capacity of 500 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.
11–16
Age range
525
Pupils
500
Capacity
105%
Fill rate
Outstanding
Ofsted 2020
Bedford Free School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Bedford Free School are allocated by Bedford using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bedford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Bedford catchment area documents →Bedford Free School — School Information
- Full address
- Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AD
- Local authority
- Bedford
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 28.4% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 138228
Other Secondary Schools in Bedford
If Bedford Free School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.
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Redborne Upper School and Community College Catchment Area
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bedford Free School
Is Bedford Free School oversubscribed? ▾
Yes — Bedford Free School currently has 525 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 500 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.
What is the admissions policy for Bedford Free School? ▾
Admission to Bedford Free School is managed by Bedford. 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 Bedford Free School cover? ▾
Bedford Free School is a secondary school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Bedford Free School? ▾
Bedford Free School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.