We are thrilled to announce that Bedford School has been recognised in the 2024 School Sport Magazine’s Top 200 Sports Schools list, securing an impressive 18th place out of all schools across the country. This achievement places us in the top 0.5% of schools for sport nationwide and as the third-best independent boys’ school – testament to our dedication and excellence in a wide range of sporting disciplines.
The School Sport Magazine’s prestigious list includes both state and independent schools, compiling results from more than 20 different sports and over 120 different events. This comprehensive ranking highlights the breadth and depth of boys’ talents and the hard work of our dedicated coaches and staff.
Mr Ayden Duffy, Assistant Head (Co-Curriculum and Partnerships), expressed pride in this accomplishment, stating, “This recognition reflects the commitment and passion our boys and staff bring to our sports programmes. It is an honour to be ranked among the top schools in the country, and we will continue to strive for excellence in all our sporting endeavours.”
We extend our congratulations to all our boys, coaches, professional partners, parents and supporters who have contributed to this remarkable achievement. The results that led to this high ranking include:
- Badminton – National Schools Badminton Cup (u16s) – Semi-Finalists
- Cricket – National Schools T20 (u15s) – Quarter Finalists
- Golf – ESGA England Schools Scratch Competition (u18s) – Winners
- Hockey – National Schools Cup – Tier 3 (u16s) – Winners
- Rugby – Rosslyn Park National Sevens (u16s) – Semi-Finalists
