The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is an alternative provision free school in Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire, for children and young people aged 11 to 16.
- Ages 11–16
- 59 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 59 (places for 140)
- Headteacher
- Headteacher Paul Green (Executive Head)
- Part of
- The Academy of Central Bedfordshire
- Opened
- 2 September 2013
- Free school meals
- 61% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- School reference (URN)
- 139411
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 Central Bedfordshire 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, June 2015; standards maintained (December 2024)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in June 2015. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
Since then: Standards maintained (ungraded inspection, December 2024).
Contact and getting there
Kingsland Campus, Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, LU5 5PX
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about The Academy of Central Bedfordshire
How do I get a place at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire?
Places at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Central Bedfordshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does The Academy of Central Bedfordshire take?
Aged 11 to 16, boys and girls.
What is The Academy of Central Bedfordshire’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in December 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 The Academy of Central Bedfordshire?
Kingsland Campus, Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, LU5 5PX, in Central Bedfordshire.
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