Lawnside Academy
URN: 145427 • Biggleswade SG18 0LX
Overview
- Name
- Lawnside Academy
- URN
- 145427
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cheryl Johnson (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01767312313
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lawnside, Biggleswade SG18 0LX
Summary
Lawnside Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 216 pupils against a capacity of 420. As part of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), the academy benefits from a range of shared services, including finance, human resources, and school improvement initiatives, aimed at enhancing the educational experience for its students.
The academy places a strong emphasis on promoting British Values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. These values are integrated into the curriculum and school ethos, encouraging students to engage in decision-making processes and understand the importance of rules and community. Activities such as class discussions, voting on school matters, and collaborative rule-setting help foster a sense of responsibility and belonging among pupils.
Lawnside Academy also prioritises continuous professional development for its staff, ensuring that educational practices remain effective and responsive to the needs of learners. The school is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment, preparing students to become well-rounded members of society.
The academy places a strong emphasis on promoting British Values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. These values are integrated into the curriculum and school ethos, encouraging students to engage in decision-making processes and understand the importance of rules and community. Activities such as class discussions, voting on school matters, and collaborative rule-setting help foster a sense of responsibility and belonging among pupils.
Lawnside Academy also prioritises continuous professional development for its staff, ensuring that educational practices remain effective and responsive to the needs of learners. The school is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment, preparing students to become well-rounded members of society.
Useful links
- Twitter (other)
- SIX WEEKS TO GO! Is your child due to start school in September 2025? The national closing date to apply for a primary school place is midnight on Wednesday 15th January 2025. We've got plenty of information about the admissions process - and applying (other)
- ONE WEEK TO GO! Is your child due to start school in September? Time is running out to submit your application. The national deadline for on-time applications is midnight next Wednesday 15th January. If you've not yet made up your mind and want to fin (other)
- We are looking for an enthusiastic Primary Class Teacher to join our Lawnside family. The deadline to make your application is 9am on Valentine's Day - we'd love for you to apply! Full details via the My New Term website: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/145 (other)
- If your child is due to start school in September and you've not yet applied for a place, the late application window is now OPEN. Late applications can be made online via your local authority until 30th April (after this date and up until 22nd August, y (other)
- FREE MINDFULNESS TRAINING OPPORTUNITY FOR PARENTS AND CARERS As part of BEST's mission to grow mindfulness and its impact across the school community we are extending our offer to provide free mindfulness courses for the parents and carers of our student (other)
- The children is reception and Key stage 1 enjoyed the delights of the Theatre of Widdershins show 'Snow White Red Rose Brown Bear' today. (other)
- Please see our open evenings for September 2026 starters. (other)
- Facebook (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School (68.4)
- Biggleswade Academy (63.8)
- Langford Village Academy (59.5)
- Northill CofE VA Lower School (58.1)
- Southill Lower School (56.3)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 216
- Boys
- 107
- Girls
- 109
- FSM %
- 24.70
- Open date
- 2019-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 420 | 24.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 175 | 87 | 88 | 420 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 108 | 96 | 300 | 28.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 108 | 96 | 300 | 28.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 213 | 111 | 102 | 300 | 29.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 231 | 118 | 113 | 300 | 16.50 |
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