Samuel Whitbread Academy is a highly successful and extremely popular upper school (Years 9-13) with 1700 students, which includes 470 in the Sixth Form and is the largest school in Central Bedfordshire, with a wealth of opportunities.
We offer an exceptional academic and extra-curricular experience in an outstanding learning environment where students are expected to work hard and achieve their best. We are a member of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), a learning community of five nurseries and 11 schools, providing outstanding all-through 0-19 education. We have a clear set of values, mission statement and vision, which is to 'be the best that we can be'.

We are proud to share the success of this year’s Rotary Shoebox Appeal, led by our Year 12 students in collaboration with Year 9–11 form groups. The initiative brought students together to...
Hayder’s award-winning short film continues its remarkable journey
SWA Student, Eloise D was crowned the overall winner in the BEST Christmas Card Competition.
Here are some great resources for activities and workshops happening in the local community.
Year 10 student, Troy M, shows generosity and community spirit through charity fundraising.

Samuel Whitbread Academy
Shefford Road, Clifton, Shefford
Bedfordshire SG17 5QS
01462 629 900