Bedmond Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Meadow Way Bedmond Abbots Langley Hertfordshire WD5 0RD |
| Phone | 01923262825 |
| Reference Number | 144959 |
Bedmond Academy has shown improvement in its overall performance, particularly in pupil achievement and safeguarding. The school has created an open culture where safeguarding is prioritized, ensuring that pupils feel safe and valued. Although historical outcomes have been below national averages, current students, especially those who have attended regularly and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), generally achieve well and are well-prepared for subsequent stages in their education. This reflects the positive impact of a redesigned curriculum and effective teaching practices. However, leaders acknowledge the need to address attendance issues and provide more consistent support for disadvantaged pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 113 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.87%
Girls: 45.13% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 35% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 31 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| 2 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| 3 | 11 | 6 | 17 |
| 4 | 7 | 9 | 16 |
| 5 | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| 6 | 7 | 7 | 14 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 63.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 7.1% |
| African | 3.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.7% |
| Indian | 2.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% |
| White, Other | 1.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Early Years | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Feb 2026 | School inspection |
| 22 Feb 2022 | School inspection |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding culture where pupils feel safe
- Innovative curriculum redesign positively impacting pupil achievement
- Effective support structures for pupils with SEND
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of respect and positive behavior
- Strong leadership with clear vision and commitment to inclusion
- Wide range of enrichment activities available to pupils
Areas for Improvement
- Historical performance still below national averages
- Some disadvantaged pupils' needs not fully addressed
- Inconsistent opportunities for pupils to develop independence and resilience
- Occasional premature progression in learning leads to gaps in knowledge
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 33% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 102 | ||
| Maths | 99 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.5 | ||
| Writing | -6.1 | ||
| Maths | -7.2 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 4 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 6 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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