Heathwood Lower School

URN: 109513 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 3AU

Overview

Name
Heathwood Lower School
URN
109513
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jackie Wright (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01525377096
Website
Visit
Address
Heath Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3AU

Summary

Heathwood Lower School is a mixed community primary school located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 200 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 150. The school promotes an inclusive environment where kindness, trust, cooperation, and responsibility are integral to its ethos. Headteacher Mrs. Jackie Wright emphasizes the importance of nurturing confident and compassionate children who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

The curriculum at Heathwood is described as ambitious, broad, and balanced, designed to foster skills, knowledge, and curiosity among pupils. The school places a strong focus on social, emotional, and physical development, ensuring that every child receives a well-rounded education tailored to their individual needs. Support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is highlighted as a particular strength, with dedicated provisions in place, including a specialist Language Provision for children with speech and language difficulties.

Heathwood Lower School operates from 9 am to 3:30 pm during term time, offering wraparound care from 8 am to 6 pm. The school aims to create a family-oriented atmosphere and actively encourages parental involvement in the educational journey of their children.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
200
Boys
102
Girls
98
FSM %
6.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 200 102 98 150 6.00
2024-09-11 187 102 85 150 8.00
2023-09-11 182 93 89 150 10.80
2022-09-11 182 93 89 150 10.80
2021-09-11 184 93 91 150 12.00
2020-09-11 180 97 83 150 9.00

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