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Marston Vale Middle School Catchment Area

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

Marston Vale Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 571 pupils, and a capacity of 609 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

9–13

Age range

571

Pupils

609

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Marston Vale Middle School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

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Marston Vale Middle School — School Information

Full address
The Crescent, Stewartby, Bedford, MK43 9NH
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
145861

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Bedford

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Marston Vale Middle School

Is Marston Vale Middle School oversubscribed?

Marston Vale Middle School is operating close to its capacity of 609 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Marston Vale Middle School?

Admission to Marston Vale Middle 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 Marston Vale Middle School cover?

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