Stanbridge Lower School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Tilsworth Road Stanbridge Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 9HY |
| Reference Number | 109482 |
Stanbridge Lower School is performing well overall, maintaining a 'Good' rating across all inspected areas. The school has created a positive environment where pupils feel valued and supported, leading to high levels of respect and good behavior among students. The curriculum is designed thoughtfully to build pupils' knowledge over time and is enriched by various extra-curricular activities, making school a vibrant place for learning. Parents appreciate the school’s role in the community and the caring relationship staff have with families and students alike.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 132 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.55%
Girls: 45.45% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 11.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 18.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 8 | 23 |
| 2 | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| 3 | 9 | 9 | 18 |
| 4 | 6 | 13 | 19 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 78.8% |
| White, Other | 3.8% |
| Irish | 2.3% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Sep 2022 | School inspection: |
| 16 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 08 Jun 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Apr 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Oct 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Oct 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Well-thought-out curriculum that builds knowledge over time.
- High levels of respect and good behavior among pupils.
- Strong emphasis on reading from early years.
- Effective support for pupils struggling with reading.
- Commitment to inclusion and understanding of diverse cultures.
Areas for Improvement
- Some curriculum areas have recently been reviewed and are in early stages of development.
- Leaders need to ensure all teachers receive adequate training for the new curriculum.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Hockliffe Lower School
Woburn Road, Hockliffe, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 9LL |
1.69 miles |
|
Beaudesert Lower School
Appenine Way, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DX |
2.03 miles |
|
Leedon Lower School
Highfield Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3LZ |
2.1 miles |
|
Eaton Bray Academy
School Lane, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2DT |
2.23 miles |
|
Brooklands Middle School
Brooklands Drive, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PF |
2.24 miles |
|
Clipstone Brook Lower School
Brooklands Drive, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PG |
2.42 miles |
|
Totternhoe Church of England Academy
Church Road, Totternhoe, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1RE |
2.43 miles |
|
Gilbert Inglefield Academy
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3FU |
2.5 miles |
|
The Rushmere Park Academy
East Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1EW |
2.72 miles |
|
Westfield Nursery School
Westfield Road, Dunstable, LU6 1DL |
2.79 miles |
|
Beecroft Academy
Westfield Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DW |
2.81 miles |
|
Lancot School
Lancot Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2AP |
2.84 miles |
|
Pulford CofE VA Lower School
Pulford Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1AB |
2.95 miles |
|
Houghton Regis Primary School
St Michael's Avenue, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5DH |
2.95 miles |
|
Leighton Middle School
Church Square, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1EX |
3.02 miles |
|
The Mary Bassett Lower School
Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1AR |
3.03 miles |
|
Edlesborough Primary Academy
High Street, Edlesborough, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2HS |
3.07 miles |
|
Tithe Farm Primary School
Tithe Farm Road, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5JB |
3.12 miles |
|
Thomas Whitehead Church of England Academy
Angels Lane, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5HH |
3.16 miles |
|
Heathwood Lower School
Heath Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3AU |
3.18 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Vandyke Upper School
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY |
2.47 miles |
|
Weatherfield Academy
Brewers Hill Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1AF |
2.66 miles |
|
Benjamin College
Benjamin UK, Coach House, White House Court, Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1FD |
2.75 miles |
|
All Saints Academy Dunstable
Houghton Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5AB |
2.93 miles |
|
Oak Bank School
Sandy Lane, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3BE |
3.33 miles |
|
Cedars Upper School
Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2AE |
3.38 miles |
|
Queensbury Academy
Langdale Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3BU |
3.56 miles |
|
Priory Academy
Priory Academy, Britain Street, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4JA |
3.8 miles |
|
The Chiltern School
Parkside Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5PX |
3.99 miles |
|
Houstone School
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5PX |
4.01 miles |
|
Stannard School
Ridgeway Avenue, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4QL |
4.01 miles |
|
The Chalk Hills Academy
Leagrave High St, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0NE |
4.58 miles |
|
Manshead Church of England Academy
Dunstable Road, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB |
4.84 miles |