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All Through Schools in Bedfordshire

All-through schools educate children from early years or primary right through to sixth form on a single campus or within one foundation. For many families, continuity is the main attraction: fewer transitions, long-term friendships and a consistent educational ethos. Younger pupils benefit from access to senior facilities and specialist teaching, while older students often take on mentoring or leadership roles within the wider community. Academic pathways can be carefully planned over many years, allowing strengths and interests to develop progressively. Some parents value the security of not having to navigate multiple admissions processes. Others appreciate the strong sense of belonging that can come from remaining in one environment. When evaluating all-through private schools, typical considerations include flexibility at key transfer points, breadth of subject choice, pastoral structures and how well each age group retains its own identity within the larger whole.

Explore all private schools in Bedfordshire, or compare schools across East of England.

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Bedford Girls' School

Bedford Girls' School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0BX

Fees from

£4,558 / term

Range £4,558 - £6,406 (inc. VAT)

Girls 7–18 906 Day
Bedford Greenacre Independent School

Bedford Greenacre Independent School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7FZ

Fees from

£2,842 / term

Range £2,842 - £5,597 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–18 733 Day

Bedford Modern School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7NT

Fees from

£4,968 / term

Range £4,968 - £6,816 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 1,252 Day
Bedford School

Bedford School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TU

Fees from

£6,491 / term

Range £6,491 - £17,244 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–19 1,070 Day & Boarding

KWS School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9TJ

Co-Ed 11–18 24 Day

King's House Moorlands

Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9JY

Co-Ed 5–16 178 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Bedfordshire

How many private schools are there in Bedfordshire?
There are 14 independent schools across Bedfordshire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Bedfordshire?
Yes, independent schools across Bedfordshire offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Bedfordshire?
Most independent schools across Bedfordshire accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Bedfordshire?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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