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Shortstown Primary School

Goodgraded 12/10/2021Ages 2–11488 pupilsDoes not apply
Bedford, MK42 0GS
Bedford

Shortstown Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Bedford. The school has around 488 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 12/10/2021, Shortstown Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Bedford can view Shortstown Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Bedford (MK42 0GS), Shortstown 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 12/10/2021

Attendance & staffing
Attendance95.5%England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher23.8England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals23.2%England avg 24.0%
English not first language24.0%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 0GS