Opening hours
Monday to Friday all year round, 7.30am to 6pm
Bedford Greenacre Independent School, formed from the merger of Rushmoor and St Andrew's Schools, opened its new Manton Lane facility in January 2025. This co-educational school nurtures individual potential from Reception to Year 13.
The nursery, however, remains at its original Kimbolton Road location, caring for children aged 4 months to 4 years. The school prides itself on a rich history spanning over 230 years, combining traditional values with a modern, state-of-the-art learning environment.
The 40-acre site, designed with sustainability in mind, aims to enhance pupil well-being through innovative design. Bedford Greenacre focuses on holistic development, moving beyond academic outcomes to foster well-rounded individuals prepared for a changing world.
A culture of kindness, empathy, and mutual respect is central to their ethos, where every voice is valued. The school is committed to supporting each child's unique learning journey, with tailored approaches for those needing extra support and those who are academically gifted, ensuring every student thrives.
The dedicated teaching and support staff are crucial to this mission, creating a safe and nurturing community. The institution also offers bursaries and scholarships to make its education accessible to a wider range of students.
Our ethos
To provide a caring environment where all individuals are encouraged to achieve their full potential. To strive for the very highest of standards in teaching, instilling the confidence that shapes brighter futures. We promote traditional British values of Democracy, Lawfulness, Liberty, and Respect.
What it's like
Children are exceptionally happy and thrive in this incredibly welcoming, inviting, and inclusive nursery. They have extremely secure attachments with the dedicated and enthusiastic staff. Younger children are exceptionally well prepared for their next stage in education, and transitions are seamless.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday all year round, 7.30am to 6pm
Age range
4 months to 4 years (Nursery) / Reception to Year 13 (School)
Food
Locally and sustainably sourced meals with vegetarian and vegan options
Term time / All Year
All Year
Last inspected 16 November 2022
What it's like to attend
Children are exceptionally happy and thrive in this incredibly welcoming, inviting, and inclusive nursery. They have extremely secure attachments with the dedicated and enthusiastic staff. Younger children are exceptionally well prepared for their next stage in education, and transitions are seamless.
Inspector highlights
Inclusion & environment
Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is inspirational. Staff understand the importance of early intervention and, as a result, all children make the best possible progress. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with all staff, parents and early years professionals to implement highly effective strategies to support children with speech and language difficulties.
Learning opportunities in the outdoors are abundant. Older children count logs as they jump from one to another and use saws and safety equipment to cut wood. Younger children are taught to manage their own risk, climbing independently on equipment.
Excellent childcare. Professional and friendly staff.
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Date: November 2022
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