Welcome to Castle Newnham – a school at the heart of and for the local community. We are very proud to be the Headteachers of this lovely school in the heart of Bedford offering high-quality education and care for pupils from Reception up to age 16.
Our CORE values of Community, Opportunity, Respect and Excellence underpin our work across our whole school and help guide us in serving our children and families.
This is an exciting new chapter for the school as Castle Newnham joined the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) in September 2024.
The 2024/25 academic year marks the start of a new chapter for Castle Newnham as we have officially joined the Bedfordshire Schools Trust.
In accordance with the statutory requirements set out in the School Admissions Code, the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) is required to undertake a six-week consultation on proposed changes to...
Join us for the Secondary Open Evening on Tuesday 8th October at 6pm - 8pm.
Please visit our Box Office to book your ticket for the Primary Open Events in advance
WORLD BOOK DAY 2025 Pupils and staff from across the school enjoyed celebrating World Book Day last week. Our primary phase dressed up as characters from books they have read together in class. Secondary staff dressed up as an adjective which formed part of a Tutor Challenge for pupils to 'Guess the Costume' Pupils also enjoyed a themed day of learning, exploring different texts alongside the normal timetable. Primary also had a visit from the local illustrator and author David Litchfield. A great experience for all!
Today is #NationalOfferDay for secondary schools. We are excited to welcome new pupils and families to Castle Newnham from September 2025 and congratulations to those pupils and families who are continuing their all through journey with us. For those joining us in Year 7 in September 2025, please look out for an email today and a welcome pack in the post in the coming days.
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South Site - Reception to Year 4,
Goldington Road,
Bedford,
MK40 3EP
North Site - Year 5 to Year 11,
Polhill Avenue,
Bedford,
MK41 9DT
01234 303403cnprimary@bestacademies.org.ukcnsecondary@bestacademies.org.uk