- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
115 first choices, 89 offers made
Met the standard at 1172%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 677
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
Schools in MK40
A postcode district in Bedford
- Postcode district
- 24 schools and nurseries
In short: MK40 is a postcode district in Bedford with 10 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2410 primary · 3 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All MK40 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in MK40
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in MK40
10 in MK40, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
63 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.1%
- Pupils
- 455
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.7
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results above the England average.
69 first choices, 88 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 624
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.7
Top Secondary Schools in MK40
3 in MK40, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results above the England average.
69 first choices, 88 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 624
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.7
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Bedford, MK40 4AZ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
267 first choices, 252 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,422
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.3
Nurseries in MK40
13 in MK40, highest Ofsted grade first
Bedford Greenacre Nursery
Bedford, MK40 2NY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Lavenders Day Nursery
Bedford, MK40 3QJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Aristotots Nursery School
Bedford, MK40 3LH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in MK40
2 in MK40, by the school's Eduscope score
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Bedford, MK40 4AZ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
267 first choices, 252 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,422
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.3
Bedford School
Bedford, MK40 2TU · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 994
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in MK40
2 in MK40. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Polam School
Bedford, MK40 2BU · Independent · Primary · Ages 1 to 9
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 99
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Bedford School
Bedford, MK40 2TU · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 994
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in MK40, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good10
- Not graded yet11
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every MK40 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
MK40 has 24 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in MK40
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about MK40
Nearby areas
How many schools are in MK40?
MK40 has 24 schools, including 10 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in MK40?
The highest-ranked schools in MK40 on Eduscope are Great Denham Primary School, Great Ouse Primary Academy, Castle Newnham School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in MK40?
There are 2 independent schools in MK40. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in MK40 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in MK40?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 24 schools in MK40 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.