Bedenham Primary School

About Bedenham Primary School

We are very proud of the journey we have been on to become ‘two schools with one vision’, where the children are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to provide a rich and varied curriculum through our wonderful and unique learning environments and extensive facilities.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms Sharon Freeley

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 25 responses • 12.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

84% positive 16% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88% positive 8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

72% positive 20% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

68% positive 20% negative

My child does well at this school

76% positive 20% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 25 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

9.1

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

56.0%

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 G

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Amazing teachers and facilities!"

My children absolutely love attending Bedenham Primary School. The teachers are so supportive and enthusiastic, and the facilities are top-notch. My daughter particularly enjoys the forest school program and can't wait to go back each week.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophia W

Parent Feb 10, 2022

3.0

"Good, but some organisational issues"

My son has been at Bedenham Primary School for a year now, and overall, we're happy with the education he's receiving. However, sometimes we've had issues with communication and organisation, particularly with regards to school events and pickup times. The staff are lovely, but could be more efficient in their planning.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David H

Parent May 22, 2021

4.0

"Excellent values-based education"

As a parent, I was always impressed by the values-based education that Bedenham Primary School provided for my children. The staff were dedicated and caring, and the curriculum was engaging and challenging. My children thrived under their care and have gone on to achieve great things.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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