Leedon Lower School
102%
Capacity
366
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Leedon Lower School
Leedon Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 366 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Leedon Lower School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Richard Benson, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Leedon Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 46 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leedon Lower School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Leedon Lower 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 | 2 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Highfield Road, Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, LU7 3LZ |
| Headteacher | Richard Benson |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 360 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 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
Highfield Road, Leighton Buzzard
Central Bedfordshire, LU7 3LZ
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