9 November 2026

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Bedford School announces launch of international girls’ school in India

A partnership between Bedford School and the Doon International Education Society will see a brand-new, purpose-built school open its doors in April 2026 in Mohali, India. It signals the launch of Bedford School's first international...

Sharnbrook Academy rated outstanding or good across all areas in latest Ofsted inspection

Sharnbrook Academy is celebrating a significant achievement following its latest Ofsted inspection, which awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating to both Leadership and Management...

Bedford School student reaches final of the Pupil Library Assistant of the Year Awards

A Bedford School upper sixth form student will find out tonight (25 March) whether he is the latest winner of a prestigious award that celebrates the contributions made by pupil librarians...

Applications for Bedford Borough secondary school places not affected by private school VAT

Bedford Borough Council has said that changes to VAT at private schools had no impact on the number of children seeking a secondary school place at a local state school this September...

Central Bedfordshire schools forum receive apology for “lateness” of reports

A local authority officer told Central Bedfordshire Council’s schools forum he was sorry for the lateness of an agenda report and promised action has been taken to prevent any repeat...

Wootton and Stewartby school pyramid transition remains “on track”

The Wootton/Stewartby school pyramid conversion to a two-tier education system remains on track, with key milestones set to be achieved by September 2025, Bedford Borough...

Royal visit marks official opening of Bedford Greenacre Independent School

HRH The Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO has officially opened Bedford Greenacre Independent School (BGI School) in a special ceremony today (Friday). The event, also attended by...

Bedford Girls’ School student appointed First Sea Lord Cadet for 2025

A Year 11 student from Bedford Girls' School is celebrating being appointed as a First Sea Lord Cadet (CCF RN/RM) for 2025, marking a significant moment in her cadet career. Emily Borner is one of only three appointments awarded...

Gap between Bedford Borough’s disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged children widening

The gap between Bedford borough’s disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged children has widened, a meeting heard. Councillors also heard the age-related expected level at Key Stage Two...

Council fears that new school uniform plans could highlight financial inequality

A government bill could make school uniforms cheaper if it becomes law—but Bedford Borough’s senior schools officer has raised concerns that it could highlight financial disparities among pupils. The Children’s Wellbeing and...

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