Lawnside Academy
51%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Lawnside Academy
Lawnside Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Lawnside Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cheryl Johnson, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Lawnside Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 61 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Lawnside Academy include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Lawnside 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lawnside, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, SG18 0LX |
| Headteacher | Cheryl Johnson |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 420 (51% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lawnside, Biggleswade
Central Bedfordshire, SG18 0LX
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