MixedIndependent

KWS School

Bedford, Bedford, East of England · MK41 9TJ

KWS School is a notably small independent school in Bedford, with around 24 pupils on roll and a mixed intake from age 11. Led by headteacher Mrs Sarah and inspected by the ISI, it offers a markedly intimate setting in which pupils are unlikely to be lost in the crowd. The scale here is the defining feature, and families considering it will want to weigh what a very small cohort means for both teaching and peer group.

24

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
24
Location
Bedford, Bedford, East of England
Website
www.kwseducational.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mrs Sarah

Latest results

Attainment 8

3.4

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Published attainment figures sit well below national benchmarks: the school records an Attainment 8 score of 3.4 against a national average of 46.9, and 0% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with a national figure of 47%. With so few pupils on roll, headline results can reflect the circumstances of a tiny cohort rather than typical outcomes, so prospective families are encouraged to discuss recent results and individual support directly with the school.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A very small, fee-paying option in Bedford where the appeal lies in scale rather than published results. Worth a close look for families who value a tightly knit environment and want to ask searching questions about academic outcomes.

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KWS School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is KWS School located?

KWS School is located at 51 Brunel Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK41 9TJ.

What type of school is KWS School?

KWS School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.

How many pupils attend KWS School?

KWS School has approximately 24 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.