Castle Newnham
Castle Newnham
Community
Opportunity
Respect
Excellence
Community
Opportunity
Respect
Excellence
CN CORE VALUES
Year 7 Open Evening
Our Year 7 Open Evening will take place on Monday 12th October 2026, 5:30pm - 8pm. We look forward to welcoming you.
For information on how to book a tour during the school day, please contact the school office.
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
- 08 Oct 2026 - 5:10 PMOct 8 2026 5:05:15 PM
🎨🖼 Our incredible artwork is displayed throughout our school corridors, celebrating pupils talents, hard work and creativity. Here's a selection! We are proud to have the HIGHEST AVERAGE ATTAINMENT grade across all the schools in Bedford Borough for Art!
- 08 Oct 2026 - 1:10 PMOct 8 2026 1:26:56 PM
What a glorious morning our pupils in Reception to Year 7 have had! Pupils spent time this morning playing board games, taking part in activities and enjoying time in our outdoor spaces with Grandparents and families 💛💙
- 07 Oct 2026 - 3:10 PMOct 7 2026 3:00:53 PM
Chess Club takes place on Tuesdays in Years 5 & 6 at lunchtime and in Year 3 & 4 after school. The NSCA Chess Tournament is taking place on Saturday 17th October for pupils in school Years 1-7 (Under 12) on the South Site. For more information see Castle Connect from the 18th September and contact Mrs Collacott to enter through the office.
- 07 Oct 2026 - 2:10 PMOct 7 2026 2:58:37 PM
The new outdoor dining area on North Site is complete 🌳
- 06 Oct 2026 - 2:10 PMOct 6 2026 2:42:37 PM
Year 10 GCSE Art Chuck Close - Artist Study 💙💛