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Schools and Colleges

Bedford Borough Council operates a three tier system of education. Children normally begin their primary education at a lower school which serves the area where they live i.e. the school serving the local catchment area. Children are normally admitted to lower school at the start of or during the Reception year, that is the school year in which they become 5. Many schools also have nursery units or nursery classes for younger children.

In this section of our site you will find useful information on:

  • Education and parents support
  • Education Welfare Service
  • External accreditation
  • Heads and deputies
  • Higher education student support
  • Key stage strategies
  • LA and DfES circulars
  • OFSTED reports
  • School governors
  • Schools library service
  • School - complaints procedure
  • Schools finance 
  • School Planning Issues
  • School transport
  • The National Challenge Programme in Bedfordshire (pdf document opens in new window)

 

In addition, pupils attending lower schools, middle schools and in Post 16 education, can find useful information, including links to other websites in this area.

Information for teachers, headteachers and support staff working in Bedford Borough Schools.

At present there is information for school based staff on the  Secure Area for schools  (login required) site.

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Education and Learning

Raising the level of academic achievement is a top priority for the council. We will ensure the effective delivery of our services so we can improve the life chances for children and young people. Check out this section to find out about Learning centres, schools, special education needs and more.