About The Academy of Central Bedfordshire

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire exists to make a positive difference to each of our students. We do this by recognising everyone as an individual and providing a personalised approach to their education to enable them to learn, mature and thrive.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr P Green

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 5.0
Teaching Quality 5.0
Communication 4.5
Student Wellbeing 5.0
Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 16 responses • 32% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

87.5% positive 12.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

100.1% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93.8% positive 6.3% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

87.6% positive

My child does well at this school

87.5% positive 12.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 16 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.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
2.5
Teachers (FTE)

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

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The Academy of Central Bedfordshire has 3 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.

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Reviews 3

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David H Unconfirmed
Parent Dec 5, 2022
5.0

"Excellent Support during Transition"

The support provided by the school during the transition process from Year 11 to further education has been fantastic. The teachers and staff are incredibly helpful and have helped my child to make informed decisions about their future.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Emily J Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 10, 2022
5.0

"Amazing Teachers and Facilities!"

I've been impressed with the teachers and facilities at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire. My child has settled in well and is enjoying the online tutoring service. The ethos and values of the school really shine through in their approach to education.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5
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Rachel T Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 20, 2022
3.0

"Some inconsistencies in Support"

I was generally pleased with my child's experience at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire, but there were some inconsistencies in the support provided. The online tutoring service was a highlight for them, but they struggled with some aspects of the curriculum. Overall, a good school, but room for improvement.
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 3/5

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