Laburnum Primary School

URN: 109477 • Sandy SG19 1HQ

Overview

Name
Laburnum Primary School
URN
109477
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
31.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ben Bardell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Summary

Laburnum Primary School, located in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed foundation school with a current enrolment of 197 pupils, against a capacity of 240. The school prioritises a knowledge-rich curriculum designed to engage students and enhance their learning experiences. It aims to develop pupils' academic abilities while fostering personal development and wellbeing, ensuring they are well-prepared for future educational stages.

The school's ethos is built around the core values of Challenge, Achieve, Respect, Effort, and Safety (CARES). Laburnum encourages positive relationships among pupils, staff, and the wider community, with a strong emphasis on respect and shared responsibility. Weekly assemblies celebrate students' achievements and promote community involvement through various fundraising initiatives.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Ben Bardell, Laburnum Primary School is committed to high expectations regarding behaviour and learning. The school also offers nursery admissions for children from age three, ensuring early educational support. As of March 2024, Laburnum has become an academy under Advantage Schools, continuing its mission to provide quality education and support for all students.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
197
Boys
105
Girls
92
FSM %
20.70
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2024-02-29
Last Ofsted
2022-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 197 105 92 240 20.70
2024-09-11 197 105 92 240 20.70
2023-09-11 234 132 102 240 21.80
2022-09-11 234 132 102 240 21.80
2021-09-11 223 117 106 240 22.80
2020-09-11 232 116 116 240 21.30

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