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Sharnbrook Primary Catchment Area

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

Sharnbrook Primary is a academy converter primary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 229 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

229

Pupils

210

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Sharnbrook Primary Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sharnbrook Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 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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Sharnbrook Primary — School Information

Full address
High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford, MK44 1PF
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139510

Other Primary Schools in Bedford

If Sharnbrook Primary is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sharnbrook Primary

Is Sharnbrook Primary oversubscribed?

Yes — Sharnbrook Primary currently has 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sharnbrook Primary?

Admission to Sharnbrook Primary 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 Sharnbrook Primary cover?

Sharnbrook Primary is a primary school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sharnbrook Primary?

Sharnbrook Primary was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.