The Rushmere Park Academy

A good academy converter school in Central Bedfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Rushmere Park Academy.

Leighton Buzzard, LU71EW Ofsted: Good Age 2-9 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
17 May 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
East Street
Leighton Buzzard, LU71EW

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
146685
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
East Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1EW
Age range
2-9
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Capacity
150 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
190
Free School Meals
31.5% (60 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
8.4% (16 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
190 pupils
2-9

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Integrity Ambition Excellence Responsibility Respect Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message emphasizing a warm welcome, dedication from staff, a vibrant and inclusive learning community, and a commitment to supporting, challenging and inspiring every child to thrive.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Kik Back

Facilities

Spacious outdoor play area iPad and SMART technologies School hall for soft play gym Wildlife garden Nature tree trail on site Sports fields

Curriculum Highlights

Primary Knowledge Curriculum (PKC) – knowledge-rich progression designed by subject experts; knowledge builds year on year.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast club from 8:00am – 8:45am; Lunchtime club from 11:45am to 12:30pm; After School Club 3:30pm to 4:30pm.

SEND Provision

Kingfisher ASD ARP provisions for pupils with autism to access mainstream lessons; EHCP required; provision is not full-time and includes dedicated staff and separate spaces.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are subject to the statutory Admissions Code; as an academy Rushmere Park Academy can apply directly to the academy or through the local authority; there are Normal Admissions Round and In-Year Admissions; contact Central Bedfordshire Council for details.

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