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Robert Bloomfield Academy Catchment Area

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

Robert Bloomfield Academy is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Shefford, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 974 pupils, and a capacity of 960 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–13

Age range

974

Pupils

960

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Robert Bloomfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Robert Bloomfield Academy 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: 974 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 960 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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Robert Bloomfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Bloomfield Drive, Shefford, SG17 5BU
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
13.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136713

Frequently Asked Questions — Robert Bloomfield Academy

Is Robert Bloomfield Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Robert Bloomfield Academy currently has 974 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 960 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Robert Bloomfield Academy?

Admission to Robert Bloomfield Academy 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 Robert Bloomfield Academy cover?

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