Being part of the Gifted and Talented programme encourages us to reach our full potential. STUDENT

Bedford Academy has changed my outlook on my career aspirations and opportunities. STUDENT

Tasks are often challenging and teachers’ expectations are high. OFSTED

Bedford Academy Sixth Form has enabled me to take part in many volunteering opportunities that have allowed me to develop my leadership skills. STUDENT

Leaders have high expectations; the combination of improvements to both academic and vocational provisions, alongside a widening enrichment and tutor programme, have seen numbers and outcomes rise. OFSTED

Local Advisory Board

Mr Michael Wigg	Chair of Governors	Appointed: 22.07.21 Term of Office: 4 years
Mr Tony Wildman	Co-opted Governor	Re-appointed: 12.12.19 Term of Office: 4 years
Ms Cora-Louise Oldfield	Co-opted Governor	Re-Appointed: 27.05.21 Term of Office: 4 years
Mrs Amanda Nethercott	Elected Parent Governor	Re Appointed: 29.03.23 Term of Office: 4 years
Ms Vikki Gilson	Elected Parent Governor	Appointed: 26.05.22 Term of Office: 4 years
Gemma Gibson	Co-opted Governor	Appointed: 23.05.23 Term of Office: 4 years
Mr Jack Stammers	Safeguarding Governor	Appointed: 08.07.20 Term of Office: 4 years
Mrs Leigh Corbett	Clerk to Local Advisory Body	Appointed: 01.07.18 Term of Office: N/A
RESIGNATIONS
Katherine Showunmi	Co-opted Governor	Resigned: 23.01.23
Dr Helen Ives	Co- opted Governor	Resigned 27.02.23
Cathriona Hickey	Co-opted Governor	Resigned 25.09.23