Leedon Lower School
URN: 109509 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 3LZ
Overview
- Name
- Leedon Lower School
- URN
- 109509
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 49.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Benson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01525374713
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Highfield Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3LZ
Summary
Leedon Lower School is a community primary school located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, accommodating 366 pupils aged 2-9 years. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child is known and valued. With a commitment to inclusivity, Leedon aims to provide equitable learning experiences tailored to individual needs, fostering both academic excellence and personal development.
The curriculum at Leedon is broad and varied, featuring specialist teaching in physical education and Spanish, alongside a unique Forest School program for early years. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, encouraging children to develop resilience, independence, and strong interpersonal skills. Monthly values are introduced to guide students in their personal growth, with a focus on respect, responsibility, and cooperation.
Leedon Lower School maintains strong ties with the local community, particularly with Brooklands Middle School, ensuring a smooth transition for students. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events and communications, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's learning journeys.
The curriculum at Leedon is broad and varied, featuring specialist teaching in physical education and Spanish, alongside a unique Forest School program for early years. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, encouraging children to develop resilience, independence, and strong interpersonal skills. Monthly values are introduced to guide students in their personal growth, with a focus on respect, responsibility, and cooperation.
Leedon Lower School maintains strong ties with the local community, particularly with Brooklands Middle School, ensuring a smooth transition for students. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events and communications, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's learning journeys.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hockliffe Lower School (68.8)
- Greenleas School (66.8)
- Southcott Lower School (64.6)
- Pulford CofE VA Lower School (63.8)
- Linslade Lower School (61.8)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 366
- Boys
- 212
- Girls
- 154
- FSM %
- 17.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 366 | 212 | 154 | 360 | 17.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 394 | 221 | 173 | 480 | 16.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 432 | 236 | 196 | 480 | 16.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 432 | 236 | 196 | 480 | 16.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 399 | 216 | 183 | 480 | 17.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 438 | 230 | 208 | 480 | 12.20 |
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