Bedford Primary School
Liverpool, L20 9LJ · Sefton · primary school
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67th of 69 primary schools in Sefton we can score, 74 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.7/10 against 969 of them, against 0.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bedford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Craft Club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 393 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the new Ofsted framework affect daily teaching practices?
What Ofsted said about Bedford Primary School
Overview
Bedford Primary School is described as a "caring community" where pupils feel safe and valued within the 'Team Bedford' ethos. While personal development and wellbeing are rated at a "strong standard," academic achievement, curriculum delivery, and early years provision currently "need attention" due to gaps in foundational knowledge.
Strengths
- Leaders have crafted an "impressive programme beyond the academic curriculum" that helps pupils develop social and emotional skills.
- Pupils benefit from "warm relationships" with staff and feel comfortable sharing worries, supported by resources like 'worry boxes'.
- Attendance rates are improving, with leaders acting "decisively" to address barriers and build positive relationships with families.
- Behaviour is generally positive, with pupils demonstrating "marvellous manners" and unkind incidents being rare.
- Staff are "resolute" in ensuring pupils take on responsible roles, such as student councillors, to empower them.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils, particularly disadvantaged ones, receive support to secure foundational knowledge in English and mathematics to close attainment gaps.
- Staff need further support to effectively check pupils' learning and adapt teaching to address misconceptions and build on prior knowledge.
- The quality of staff-child interactions in the early years requires development to better promote children's language confidence.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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