Vandyke Upper School and Community College

URN: 109678 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 3DY

Overview

Name
Vandyke Upper School and Community College
URN
109678
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
T Carroll (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3DY

Summary

Vandyke Upper School and Community College is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire. With a capacity of 1,136 students, the school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and social responsibility. The ethos of the school, encapsulated in the motto "Everyone Matters," emphasizes the importance of valuing and respecting each student as an individual.

The curriculum at Vandyke is designed to provide a strong academic foundation, with students achieving exceptional results at the end of Year 11 and 13. Most students continue their education in the school's sixth form, which offers a diverse and ambitious curriculum supported by outstanding facilities. The school prides itself on strong relationships within the school community and encourages open communication to enhance the educational experience.

Vandyke Upper School also offers a range of extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded education. The experienced teaching and pastoral staff are committed to creating a supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and emotionally, preparing them for future success. For further information, parents can contact the school directly.

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Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
13 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1136
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-07-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1136
2024-09-11 1136
2023-09-11 1136
2022-09-11 1136
2021-09-11 1136
2020-09-11 1136

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