16 Sep 2024

BGS recognised as Apple Distinguished School

Bedford Girls’ School (BGS) is proud to announce that it has once again been recognised as an Apple Distinguished School for 2024-2027.

This prestigious accolade marks the school’s fourth consecutive accreditation, showcasing our continued commitment to transforming education through innovative technology. By integrating Apple’s tools, we have created a dynamic and engaging learning environment where creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking drive every lesson.

Mrs Hudson-Findley, Director of Digital Learning, Enterprise and Sustainability at BGS, commented on the recognition: “This award is more than just an honour – it’s a testament to the passion and dedication of our staff and students. Our teachers have embraced cutting-edge teaching methods, using technology to inspire and challenge students in fresh, exciting ways. In response, our students have thrived, exploring new avenues in their learning journeys.”

“We are incredibly proud of this achievement and even more excited about what the future holds. This recognition strengthens our resolve to continue providing a future-focused education that equips our students with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.”

Bedford Girls’ School is proud to be part of a global network of schools using iPad and Mac to transform learning. By integrating technology into their lessons, teachers empower students to lead, learn, thrive, discover new opportunities and make a positive impact on the world.

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22 Jul 2024

BGS Alumna to represent GB at Paris Olympics

Bedford Girls’ School alumna, Revée Walcott-Nolan, is set to compete in her second Olympic Games this summer in Paris!

Revée, who graduated from Bedford Girls’ School in 2013, will join a star-studded lineup that includes Olympic, World, and European medallists such as Keely Hodgkinson, Josh Kerr, and Laura Muir.

Representing Team GB, Revée will compete in the 1500m event against some of the world’s best athletes. She has surpassed the qualifying time for Paris, set at 4:02.50, on three occasions this season. Her first qualifying time was recorded at the recent Golden Spike event in Ostrava, where she clocked 4:02.32.

The silver medallist at the British Championships competed in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Reflecting on her experience, Revée noted: “I learned a lot in my first Olympics, especially about how small the margins are when racing at that level. I made a few tactical errors in my heat, which is something I’ve been working on improving ever since.”

Since the Tokyo Olympics, Revée has been training with the ON group of professional distance runners, honing her skills at altitude in South Africa and Switzerland.

Bedford Girls' School is immensely proud of Revée's achievements and wishes her the very best as she aims for glory in Paris. Her dedication and hard work continue to inspire our students and the entire school community.

Read more about the Team GB announcement here: https://bit.ly/3WaRRvV

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03 Jul 2024

BGS Celebrated as Most Inclusive School

Bedford Girls' School (BGS) is thrilled to announce that it has been honoured as the Most Inclusive School (Senior Category) by the judges of the national Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Awards. This prestigious recognition underscores BGS's commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community for all students and staff.

This fantastic achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of the entire school community. Since their formation in 2012, they have embedded the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy into their educational approach, nurturing creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers of the future. Central to this ambition is ensuring every student feels they belong.

Their award-winning Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Awards submission highlighted a strategic focus on inclusiveness, particularly through their School Development Plan (2021-24), which prioritises Diversity & Inclusion (D&I). This includes comprehensive staff training, inclusive curriculum reviews and the introduction of more inclusive school events. Their D&I Pledge commits them to being a warm and welcoming environment for all, celebrating differences and constructively challenging discrimination.

BGS has also enhanced their recruitment process to demonstrate a commitment to an inclusive community. The curriculum now includes diverse perspectives, and they have introduced inclusive options in the PE uniform and school calendar to accommodate a wide range of beliefs and causes.

BGS is proud of the strong sense of community where student and staff voices are valued and heard. Student-led clubs, advocacy initiatives, and a revised charities programme reflect their commitment to inclusion. They actively work to increase role modelling through their alumnae and guest speakers, ensuring a range of political views, characteristics, beliefs and ethnic backgrounds are represented.

Mrs Gibson, Headmistress of BGS, expressed her pride in the school's achievement: “I am immensely proud that we have won this prestigious award. We were up against some very well-respected schools from across the UK and the panel of judges included leading educationalists. This accolade is a testament to the entire BGS community and all that they do to ensure BGS stands out as an exceptional, welcoming environment.”

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