Greys Education Centre is an alternative provision academy in Bedford for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 57 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 57 (places for 87)
- Headteacher
- Mrs Vanessa Millar (Headteacher)
- Part of
- Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust
- Opened
- 1 February 2013
- Free school meals
- 52.6% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Bedford
- School reference (URN)
- 139320
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Bedford council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, February 2024
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in February 2024.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Manor Drive, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7AB
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Questions about Greys Education Centre
How do I get a place at Greys Education Centre?
Places at Greys Education Centre are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Bedford council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Greys Education Centre take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Greys Education Centre’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in February 2024 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Greys Education Centre?
Manor Drive, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7AB, in Bedford.
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