- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
48 first choices, 51 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 435
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.9
Schools in MK45
A postcode district in Central Bedfordshire
- Postcode district
- 41 schools and nurseries
In short: MK45 is a postcode district in Central Bedfordshire with 22 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 18 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries4122 primary · 5 secondary · 18 nurseries
Top-rated
All MK45 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in MK45
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 MK45
22 in MK45, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
27 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1144%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 189
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
Met the standard at 1151%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.2%
- Pupils
- 720
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
Top Secondary Schools in MK45
5 in MK45, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
406 first choices, 379 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.4%
- Pupils
- 1,657
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
Met the standard at 1151%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.2%
- Pupils
- 720
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
Met the standard at 1160%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 704
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.4
Nurseries in MK45
18 in MK45, highest Ofsted grade first
Clophill Pre School
Clophill, MK45 4DA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Fordfield Nursery Ltd Ruxox House
Bedford, MK45 5BN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Gravenhurst and Villages Pre-School
Bedford, MK45 4JF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in MK45
1 in MK45, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
406 first choices, 379 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.4%
- Pupils
- 1,657
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.2
Special Schools in MK45
1 in MK45. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Esland Bedford School
Silsoe, MK45 4HS · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 41
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in MK45
2 in MK45. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Esland Bedford School
Silsoe, MK45 4HS · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 41
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Orchard School & Nursery
Bedford, MK45 4RB · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 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
- 91
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in MK45, 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.
- Outstanding6
- Good25
- Not graded yet10
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in MK45 sit in 2 council areas. 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 MK45 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
MK45 has 41 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 MK45
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 MK45
Nearby areas
How many schools are in MK45?
MK45 has 41 schools, including 22 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 18 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in MK45?
The highest-ranked schools in MK45 on Eduscope are Redborne Upper School and Community College, Cotton End Forest School, Wilstead Primary 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 MK45?
There are 2 independent schools in MK45. 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 MK45 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in MK45?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 41 schools in MK45 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.