St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School
URN: 109618 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 0AX
Overview
- Name
- St Leonards, Heath and Reach, VA Lower School
- URN
- 109618
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Bowley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01525237253
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thrift Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 0AX
Summary
St Leonard's CE Academy, located in Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 119 pupils, operating within a capacity of 125. The school, founded in 1846 by the Church of England, is committed to providing a high-quality education rooted in Christian values, fostering a nurturing environment where each child is treated as an individual. The school ethos is encapsulated by the Parable of the Sower, emphasizing growth and potential in a supportive community.
The curriculum at St Leonard's is designed to be broad and engaging, encouraging pupils to develop a lifelong love of learning. With smaller class sizes, the experienced staff are dedicated to creating exciting and thematic learning experiences that cater to the diverse needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school's commitment to outdoor and active learning is reflected in its beautiful grounds, adjacent to Stockgrove and Rushmere Country Parks.
St Leonard's has a strong sense of community, attracting families from Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, and surrounding areas. The school maintains close links with St Leonard's Parish Church and the Diocese of St Albans, promoting a culture of respect and understanding among pupils of all faiths. The school prides itself on its positive environment, where good behaviour and mutual support are integral to daily life.
The curriculum at St Leonard's is designed to be broad and engaging, encouraging pupils to develop a lifelong love of learning. With smaller class sizes, the experienced staff are dedicated to creating exciting and thematic learning experiences that cater to the diverse needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school's commitment to outdoor and active learning is reflected in its beautiful grounds, adjacent to Stockgrove and Rushmere Country Parks.
St Leonard's has a strong sense of community, attracting families from Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, and surrounding areas. The school maintains close links with St Leonard's Parish Church and the Diocese of St Albans, promoting a culture of respect and understanding among pupils of all faiths. The school prides itself on its positive environment, where good behaviour and mutual support are integral to daily life.
Useful links
- St Leonards, Heath and Reach, Parish Church (other)
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Heath Barn Pre School (other)
- Kidz Zone Before and After School club (other)
- Diocese of St Albans Multi Academy Trust (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
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
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 125
- Pupils
- 119
- Boys
- 57
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 10.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 119 | 57 | 62 | 125 | 10.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 124 | 53 | 71 | 125 | 13.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 104 | 50 | 54 | 125 | 4.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 104 | 50 | 54 | 125 | 4.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 111 | 54 | 57 | 110 | 4.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 110 | 62 | 48 | 110 | 1.80 |
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