Laburnum Primary School
81%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Laburnum Primary School
Laburnum Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Laburnum Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Ben Bardell, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Laburnum Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 13 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Laburnum Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Laburnum Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Laburnum Road, Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, SG19 1HQ |
| Headteacher | Ben Bardell |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 240 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Laburnum Road, Sandy
Central Bedfordshire, SG19 1HQ
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