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Castle Newnham

Castle Newnham

  • Community

  • Opportunity

  • Respect

  • Excellence

  • Community

  • Opportunity

  • Respect

  • Excellence

CN CORE VALUES

Welcome to Castle Newnham All-Through School – proudly part of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST).

I am very proud to be the Principal of this lovely school at the heart of Bedford, offering high-quality and ambitious 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.

Mrs Donna Neely-Hayes - Principal

Latest News

  • 05 Nov 2026 - 6:11 PMNov 5 2026 6:42:30 PM

    All through school at its very best! One of the many incredible clubs we are so lucky to have at school is our Baking Club – and what a wonderful atmosphere! It was fantastic to see our Year 10 students supporting our Year 6 pupils, sharing their skills, offering encouragement and helping to create such a positive, welcoming space for everyone. There is something truly special about seeing different year groups come together in this way. These connections go beyond baking – they build confidence, friendships, kindness and a real sense of belonging. Our Year 10s being such brilliant role models for our Year 6s is a lovely reminder of what makes our school community so special. All through school at its very best. 💛💙

  • 04 Nov 2026 - 6:11 PMNov 4 2026 6:01:08 PM

    📚 Books are finding their home in our amazing new library! We are so impressed with how everything is coming together and can't wait to see every shelf filled with wonderful books, ready and waiting for our pupils to explore, discover and enjoy. The excitement is building, and we know our pupils are just as excited as we are to enjoy this very special new space! 📖 Watch this space for more updates!

  • 04 Nov 2026 - 12:11 PMNov 4 2026 12:33:10 PM

    Can you help Castle Horizons? 💙 We are looking for any parents or carers who might be interested in supporting our Horizons department by discussing their career or industry with pupils either in small groups or larger groups or potentially hosting an industry day or supporting a work experience pupil. If you can support in any way please fill in the form below; signing the form does not mean you are committed to supporting it will just give us a chance to potentially understand any availability. 💛 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHN8d9Uwzh27EjH_AP-viNXSyw3mtbSHvCA8DdnXHCxyu_AQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107263668378470800035

  • 03 Nov 2026 - 9:11 PMNov 3 2026 9:41:50 PM

    Today we welcomed families to the first of our Reception Open Mornings! Prospective families got to hear from Mrs Neely-Hayes and Mrs Harwood about what makes Castle Newnham a truly special place to learn and grow 💙 We are looking forward to welcoming more families to come and look around over the next two weeks. #bepartofthejourney #teamcastle

  • 03 Nov 2026 - 9:11 PMNov 3 2026 9:37:42 PM

    🐶Where's Winnie?! 🐶 Winnie has been busy over the last few weeks! From spending time offering support in classrooms, being walked on the South Site and even popping in to get a sneak peek of Les Mis rehearsals! Winnie is a valued member of our school and we love seeing the comfort and support she provides to pupils everyday 💙💛

How to Find Us

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