Hockliffe Lower School

URN: 109529 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 9LL

Overview

Name
Hockliffe Lower School
URN
109529
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Aoife Greaves (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Woburn Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9LL

Summary

Hockliffe Lower School is a small community primary school located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 53 pupils and a capacity of 75. The school prides itself on creating a warm, friendly environment where each child is known individually, fostering a family-like atmosphere. The dedicated staff aim to provide a child-centred education that encourages personal growth and development.

The curriculum at Hockliffe is broad and balanced, designed to challenge students and instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. The school also offers unique outdoor learning opportunities through its Forest School programme, allowing children to engage with nature and enhance their educational experience. Hockliffe is committed to inclusivity, providing tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

In addition to academic learning, Hockliffe promotes British values and positive life choices through its Meerkat principles, which emphasize motivation, enquiry, and respect. The school encourages community involvement and offers open days for prospective parents to explore the environment and ethos firsthand.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
4 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
75
Pupils
53
Boys
30
Girls
23
FSM %
0.00
Open date
Close date
2023-12-31
Last Ofsted
2010-05-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 53 30 23 75 0.00
2024-09-11 53 30 23 75 0.00
2023-09-11 52 28 24 75 0.00
2022-09-11 52 28 24 75 0.00
2021-09-11 65 36 29 75 8.20
2020-09-11 54 29 25 75 3.80

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