Roxton Church of England Academy
Bedford, MK44 3DR · Bedford · primary school
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41st of 50 primary schools in Bedford we can score, 55 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 — 0.2/10 against 2,594 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 27.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.08 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Roxton Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 27.0% 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% of pupils, 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 (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School and coding clubs, play rugby and table tennis, and enjoy singing, colouring, and music lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 70 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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 not reaching the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading and maths?
What Ofsted said about Roxton Church of England Academy
Overview
Roxton Church of England Academy is described as a “caring and nurturing school” where pupils are “confident, happy and proud to be themselves.” The inspection found that leaders have created an inclusive environment with a well-balanced curriculum, resulting in high expectations for behaviour and strong personal development for all students.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and describe the school as ‘a neighbourhood where everyone can learn and grow together’, with bullying being rare.
- Leaders have constructed an “ambitious and wide-ranging curriculum” that prepares pupils for the next stage of their education.
- Early reading is prioritised, with “high-quality phonics teaching” ensuring pupils become fluent readers.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive targeted support to make “strong gains in their learning.”
- The early years provision is well-structured, helping children develop independence and follow routines confidently.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, curriculum plans do not precisely identify the most important knowledge, leading to lessons that try to cover too much content.
- This lack of precision means some pupils find work too hard and struggle to remember subject-specific vocabulary, resulting in gaps in learning.
- Leaders should ensure curriculum plans in all subjects provide sufficient detail to enable teachers to plan highly effective lesson sequences.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that leaders prioritise safety, keep staff up to date with training, and act upon concerns with urgency.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 27% |
| 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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