Is Pulford CofE VA Lower School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 7 November 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 47th of 92 primary schools in Central Bedfordshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

How do I apply for a place at Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

Applications for Reception places at Pulford CofE VA Lower School starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

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Pulford CofE VA Lower School

Pulford Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1AB

Local ranking47th of 92 primary schools in Central Bedfordshire

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

255

Capacity

2-9

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: Ofsted inspection 7 November 2023.

Year:

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 264
Boys: 114 (44%)
Girls: 145 (56%)
Capacity: 255 (102% full)
SEND: 14.0%
FSM Eligible: 4.5%
EAL: 23.9%
SEN with EHC Plan: 4.9%
SEN Support: 9.1%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 21.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 11.6
Budget per Pupil: £6,806/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 3.0% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 2.7% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Voluntary aided school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Church of England
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 74.4%
Black African: 5.3%
Mixed White & Asian: 3.4%
Asian Indian: 3.4%
White Other: 3.0%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 2.3%
Mixed White & Black African: 2.3%
Black Caribbean: 2.3%

74.4%

White British

5.3%

Black African

3.4%

Mixed White & Asian

Historical Trends

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01525372188

office@pulfordschool.org

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Pulford Road

Leighton Buzzard, East of England

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Administrative

URN: 109619
UKPRN: 10077753
Establishment No.: 3313

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