An excellent public school system operated by Bedford County Public Schools provides education to area school children grades K-12. Special programs for academically gifted and handicapped students are available. Other programs include: career and technical education at the Bedford Center for Science and Technology, participation in area Bedford County Schools Governor's Math, Science, and Technology schools, advanced placement courses, and dual enrollment courses.

Private Schools

Precept Schools of Virginia

Colleges & Universities

Central Virginia Community College
Virginia Western Community College
National College

Other Area Colleges/Universities
Hollins University
Liberty University
Lynchburg College
Miller-Motte Technical College
National College
Randolph College
Roanoke College
Sweet Briar College