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Shackleton Primary School

Goodgraded 28/09/2021Ages 4–11465 pupilsDoes not apply
Bedford, MK42 9LZ
Bedford

Shackleton Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Bedford. The school has around 465 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 28/09/2021, Shackleton Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Bedford can view Shackleton Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Bedford (MK42 9LZ), Shackleton Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 28/09/2021. How to read an Ofsted rating →

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.0%England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher25.6England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals34.1%England avg 24.0%
English not first language59.1%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-29%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24

All schools in BedfordSee the full area report for MK42 9LZ