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Bedford Modern School

Our Co-Educational Day School for Children Aged 7-18

Bedford Modern School

Bedford Modern School has a long-standing reputation for its academic excellence and a culture that encourages students to enjoy learning. Curiosity is encouraged, challenge is embraced and students are inspired to aim high, supported by teachers who know them well and want them to succeed.

What makes BMS distinctive is the breadth of opportunity alongside academic achievement. Whether through sport, performance, leadership, service or enrichment, students are encouraged to explore their interests, discover new strengths and develop the confidence and resilience to make the most of every opportunity.

At the heart of BMS is a happy, supportive and inclusive community where students are known as individuals and encouraged to be the best version of themselves. It is a place where ambition is balanced by kindness, success is shared and young people leave with the skills, confidence and character to thrive in life beyond school.

Bedford Modern School: Excelling Together.

 

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Our History

SIR WILLIAM HARPUR’S VISION

The Harpur Trust was founded over 450 years ago by Sir William Harpur, a local man born to humble beginnings who made his fortune as a merchant tailor and became Lord Mayor of London in 1561.

Today our activities are still inspired by Sir William Harpur’s vision. He understood the value of education, and he saw what needed to be addressed to support the people in his hometown of Bedford.

 

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Featured News

28 Aug 2026

The Harpur Trust Announces Major Investments Across Its Schools

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