Holywell School
Holywell School is a middle school (Academy converter), ages 9–13, in Bedford, MK43, in the Central Bedfordshire council area. It has 668 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (12 July 2023): School remains Good.
Admissions
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Ofsted
School remains Good — inspected 12 July 2023.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Last graded overall judgement | Good (9 October 2014) |
Read the Ofsted inspection report
Term dates
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Results
| Measure | Result | Academic year |
|---|---|---|
KS2: expected standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 27 | 2024/25 |
KS2: higher standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 1 | 2024/25 |
KS2 pupils | 184 | 2024/25 |
Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 668 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 17.4% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 7.5% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 13.64% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 3.8% | 2024/25 |
Nearby schools
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