Cedars Upper School
URN: 137462 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 2AE
Overview
- Name
- Cedars Upper School
- URN
- 137462
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Gibbs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01525219300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 2AE
Summary
Cedars Upper School is a mixed secondary academy located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,055 students and a capacity of 1,350. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and caring learning environment, where established staff work collaboratively with students to promote academic success and personal growth. The ethos of the school emphasizes positive relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a safe and welcoming atmosphere.
The curriculum at Cedars Upper School is designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience, combining academic rigor with extracurricular opportunities. The school offers a range of subjects for students in Years 9 to 11, as well as a Sixth Form program for those pursuing further education. Students are encouraged to make informed choices regarding their subject selections, ensuring alignment with their interests and future aspirations.
In addition to its academic offerings, Cedars Upper School provides various support services, including guidance for exam preparation and revision strategies. The school also facilitates transport options for students commuting from nearby areas, making it accessible to a wider community. Overall, Cedars Upper School aims to cultivate an enriching environment that nurtures curiosity and ambition among its learners.
The curriculum at Cedars Upper School is designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience, combining academic rigor with extracurricular opportunities. The school offers a range of subjects for students in Years 9 to 11, as well as a Sixth Form program for those pursuing further education. Students are encouraged to make informed choices regarding their subject selections, ensuring alignment with their interests and future aspirations.
In addition to its academic offerings, Cedars Upper School provides various support services, including guidance for exam preparation and revision strategies. The school also facilitates transport options for students commuting from nearby areas, making it accessible to a wider community. Overall, Cedars Upper School aims to cultivate an enriching environment that nurtures curiosity and ambition among its learners.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Attendance & Reporting an Absence (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Term Dates 2023-25 (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions Year 9-11 (other)
- Admissions Sixth Form (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Vandyke Upper School (62.6)
- Cedars Upper School (45.2)
- Vandyke Upper School and Community College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1350
- Pupils
- 1055
- Boys
- 514
- Girls
- 541
- FSM %
- 14.90
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1055 | 514 | 541 | 1350 | 14.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 948 | 445 | 503 | 1350 | 15.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1033 | 516 | 517 | 1350 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1033 | 516 | 517 | 1350 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1019 | 511 | 508 | 1350 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1007 | 514 | 493 | 1350 | 6.90 |
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