Langford Village Academy
91%
Capacity
287
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Langford Village Academy
Langford Village Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 287 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Langford Village Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Randall, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7977th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Langford Village Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 45 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Langford Village Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Langford Village Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Church Street, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, SG18 9QA |
| Headteacher | Debbie Randall |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 315 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7977th of 13,686
Nationally
866th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Langford Village Academy
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Contact Information
Church Street, Biggleswade
Central Bedfordshire, SG18 9QA
Church Street, Biggleswade
Central Bedfordshire, SG18 9QA
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