St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School

About St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School

A safe, happy and inclusive Catholic Primary school in Biddenham, and proud to be at the heart of our local community. We strive to give every child the best possible education, in an environment where everyone is loved and valued.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Gemma Otter

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

45.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Sep 20, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience!"

We've been at St Francis of Assisi for 5 years now and it's been an absolute delight. The facilities are excellent, the teachers are caring and knowledgeable, and the values of kindness and compassion are truly embedded in the school. Our children have flourished here and we couldn't be happier!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rahul P

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School, Exceptional Teachers!"

We moved to Bedford a year ago and were a bit worried about finding a good school, but St Francis of Assisi has exceeded all our expectations! The teachers are passionate, the facilities are state-of-the-art, and the sense of community is wonderful. Our child has thrived here and we feel so grateful to have found this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Kathryn T

Parent Mar 22, 2022

4.0

"A Good School, but Room for Improvement"

We were part of the St Francis of Assisi community for 3 years and had a generally positive experience. The school's values of kindness and compassion are truly admirable, and the teachers were always supportive. However, we felt that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep them informed about their child's progress. Also, the school's IT system was a bit outdated, which caused some issues for our child's online learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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