Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School
Bedford, Bedford, East of England · MK41 7QZ
Catering to the very youngest learners, Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School in Bedford welcomes children from birth through to age seven. This small, co-educational independent school has around 309 pupils on its roll and operates without a religious affiliation. At its last ISI inspection in 2023, the school earned the top rating of "excellent", with personal development singled out for the same accolade. It is led by Mrs Joanne Webster.
309
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-7
- Pupils
- 309
- Location
- Bedford, Bedford, East of England
- Website
- https://pilgrims-school.info/
- Telephone
- 01234 369555
Headteacher
Head Mrs Joanne Webster
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Teaching & academics
As a pre-preparatory setting spanning the earliest years, Pilgrims focuses on laying secure foundations rather than formal examinations. The ISI judged the school "excellent", a reflection of strong early teaching and the quality of learning achieved across these formative years.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 21 March 2023
The last word
A small, nurturing start to a child's education, where the ISI's top marks for personal development point to a school that puts the whole child first.
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Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School located?
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is located at Brickhill Drive, Bedford, Bedford, MK41 7QZ.
What type of school is Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School?
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School?
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School has approximately 309 pupils on roll.
What is Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 21 March 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.