Shackleton Primary School

Shackleton Primary School: key facts

What did School Atlas judge Shackleton Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements to be?

School Atlas judged Shackleton Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements as Expected standard at its inspection in January 2026, on School Atlas's own scale.

How many pupils attend Shackleton Primary School?

Shackleton Primary School has 487 pupils on roll.

What ages does Shackleton Primary School take?

Shackleton Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Shackleton Primary School located?

Shackleton Primary School is located in Bedford, MK42 9LZ, Bedford.

How do I apply to Shackleton Primary School?

Shackleton Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

What is the largest ethnic background at Shackleton Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 22.8% of pupils at Shackleton Primary School are recorded as White Other. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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