The Rushmere Park Academy
URN: 146685 • Leighton Buzzard LU7 1EW
Overview
- Name
- The Rushmere Park Academy
- URN
- 146685
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Callender (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01525372096
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- East Street, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1EW
Summary
The Rushmere Park Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 150. The school prioritises an inclusive environment where every child is valued for their unique strengths and qualities. The ethos is built on core values of good manners, respect, kindness, and hard work, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
The curriculum at The Rushmere Park Academy is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging students to develop a lifelong love of learning. The school places a strong emphasis on building self-confidence and decision-making skills, ensuring that children are well-prepared for future challenges. Additionally, the academy maintains high expectations for behaviour and promotes a supportive community among staff, students, and parents.
Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child's education, with various opportunities for communication and collaboration. The school also offers a comprehensive transition programme to support new students and their families, ensuring a smooth integration into the school community. For more information, visit their website at [The Rushmere Park Academy](https://www.therushmereparkacademy.co.uk/).
The curriculum at The Rushmere Park Academy is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging students to develop a lifelong love of learning. The school places a strong emphasis on building self-confidence and decision-making skills, ensuring that children are well-prepared for future challenges. Additionally, the academy maintains high expectations for behaviour and promotes a supportive community among staff, students, and parents.
Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child's education, with various opportunities for communication and collaboration. The school also offers a comprehensive transition programme to support new students and their families, ensuring a smooth integration into the school community. For more information, visit their website at [The Rushmere Park Academy](https://www.therushmereparkacademy.co.uk/).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 21 Oct Autumn School (calendar)
- 22 Oct Autumn School (calendar)
- 23 Oct Y1 - Y4 Fun Ru (calendar)
- 03 Nov School Reopens (calendar)
- 27 Oct Half Term (calendar)
- 03 Nov Scooter Assemb (calendar)
- 04 Nov Scooter Worksh (calendar)
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
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 27.40
- Open date
- 2019-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 109 | 95 | 150 | 27.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 101 | 89 | 150 | 29.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 155 | 80 | 75 | 150 | 27.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 155 | 80 | 75 | 150 | 27.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 126 | 65 | 61 | 150 | 29.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 116 | 58 | 58 | 150 | 30.20 |
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