St Leonards CE Academy

A academy converter school in Central Bedfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Leonards CE Academy.

Leighton Buzzard, LU70AX Age 5-9 Mixed intake
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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%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Thrift Road
Heath and Reach
Leighton Buzzard, LU70AX

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
151804
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Thrift Road, Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0AX
Age range
5-9
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Opened
01-09-2025
Trust/MAT
DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
125 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of St Albans
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Generosity Compassion Courage Forgiveness Friendship Respect Thankfulness Trust Perseverance Justice Service Truthfulness

St Leonard's CE Academy is a Church of England school with a theologically rooted Christian vision based on the Parable of the Sower; it is part of the Diocese of St Albans Multi Academy Trust (DSAMAT); daily collective worship is central and uses a Windows Mirrors Doors approach.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Mrs Sarah Bowley.

Facilities

outdoor learning areas own school woods

Curriculum Highlights

Broad curriculum Outdoor learning

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

The school is described as inclusive with early identification of SEN and a graduated approach to learning, following assess/plan/do/review, with involvement of outside agencies as appropriate.

Admissions Criteria

Admission number 25 for reception; Admissions Authority is the Governing Body; starting school in September; intake for 2026; applications coordinated by Central Bedfordshire's School Admissions Team; apply online via www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/admissions; catchment includes Heath and Reach; Heath Barn Pre School on site.

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