Daubeney Academy, Bedford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Daubeney Academy creates an inclusive community where all pupils feel valued and supported. Teachers deliver clear, engaging lessons with strong relationships that prioritise learning, and pupils receive quick, tailored help when they need it. The school encourages ambition and equips young people with confidence, independence and the skills they need for their future.
Key Strengths
- Exemplary pupil behaviour with a strong sense of mutual respect and kindness throughout the school
- Excellent teaching in core subjects (English, mathematics, science) with well-trained staff using clear explanations
- Strong personal development programme including careers guidance, enrichment activities and opportunities for pupils to shape school life
- Effective tailored support for pupils with SEND and those learning English as an additional language
- Well-established reading support that helps all pupils, particularly weaker readers, access the curriculum
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects are still in early stages of staff training, meaning pupils do not yet receive the same quality of teaching and assessment as in core subjects
- Leaders should continue supporting teachers to develop consistent teaching and assessment approaches across all curriculum areas
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with a strong focus on well-being and a warm, nurturing environment where every child is supported.
Extracurricular Activities
Great reading quiz, enrichment clubs, trips, careers guidance programme
Daubeney Academy has made significant improvements and now provides a good quality of education with outstanding behaviour, personal development, and leadership. The school fosters an inclusive culture where pupils are encouraged to be ambitious and develop independence alongside strong academic progress.
At a Glance
28.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
64 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
24.0
Avg class size
23
Total classes
3 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
99%
Near capacity
576 pupils
583 capacity
7 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Bedford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Bedford
Admissions Demand - Bedford
Places available
2,346
Applications
2,069
Got 1st preference
84.1%
Got preferred school
96.7%
Secondary admissions across Bedford (2025/26)
Inspection History(8)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
6.82169%
Overall absence
18.34416%
Persistent absence
616
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Daubeney Academy
Springfield Primary School
Camestone School
Bedford Road Primary Academy
Rivertree Free School
Balliol Primary School
Elstow School
Cauldwell School
Shackleton Primary School
Kempston Rural Primary School
Westfield Primary School
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