The Rushmere Park Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | East Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1EW |
| Reference Number | 146685 |
The Rushmere Park Academy is performing well overall, with an 'Good' rating across all key areas of inspection. The recent report highlighted a friendly environment where pupils feel safe and valued, participating actively in lessons and a range of extracurricular activities. The curriculum is well-planned and engages students, fostering a love for reading and a sense of responsibility. However, the school is newly inspected and has areas to improve, particularly in ensuring the clarity and organization of the curriculum in certain subjects, as well as enhancing communication with parents regarding support for learners with SEND.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 204 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.43%
Girls: 46.57% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 27.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.1 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 | 12 | 33 |
| 2 | 18 | 13 | 31 |
| 3 | 13 | 19 | 32 |
| 4 | 14 | 11 | 25 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 69.6% |
| White, Other | 13.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.9% |
| African | 3.4% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| Pakistani | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 May 2022 | School inspection: |
| 08 Feb 2019 | Academy conversion letter |
| 08 May 2014 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as St George's Lower School | |
| 08 May 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Mar 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Mar 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Dec 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Dec 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 19 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 19 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 06 May 2003 | Full inspection |
| 06 May 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community and kindness among pupils.
- Well-planned curriculum engaging all pupils, including early years.
- Frequent monitoring of pupil understanding and effective teaching strategies.
- Strong focus on reading with diverse and enticing book selections.
- Positive behaviour and attitudes among pupils in lessons.
- Well-trained staff effectively support students with special educational needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects lack clearly identified important learning and organization.
- Communication with some parents on SEND support needs improvement.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 17 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Gilbert Inglefield Academy
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3FU |
0.41 miles |
|
Clipstone Brook Lower School
Brooklands Drive, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PG |
0.47 miles |
|
The Mary Bassett Lower School
Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1AR |
0.53 miles |
|
Brooklands Middle School
Brooklands Drive, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PF |
0.59 miles |
|
Leighton Middle School
Church Square, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1EX |
0.65 miles |
|
Pulford CofE VA Lower School
Pulford Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1AB |
0.71 miles |
|
Dovery Academy
Heath Road, Dovery Academy, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3AG |
0.72 miles |
|
Leedon Lower School
Highfield Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3LZ |
0.75 miles |
|
Beaudesert Lower School
Appenine Way, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DX |
0.76 miles |
|
Heathwood Lower School
Heath Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3AU |
0.85 miles |
|
Linslade Lower School
Leopold Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2QU |
1.09 miles |
|
Southcott Lower School
Bideford Green, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2UA |
1.23 miles |
|
Linslade School
Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2PA |
1.31 miles |
|
Greenleas School
Derwent Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2AB |
1.62 miles |
|
St Leonards CE Academy
Thrift Road, Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 0AX |
1.65 miles |
|
Stanbridge Lower School
Tilsworth Road, Stanbridge, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 9HY |
2.72 miles |
|
Hockliffe Lower School
Woburn Road, Hockliffe, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 9LL |
3.02 miles |
|
High Ash Church of England Primary School
Pound Hill, Great Brickhill, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, MK17 9AS |
3.2 miles |
|
Overstone Combined School
Church Street, Wing, Buckinghamshire, LU7 0NY |
3.53 miles |
|
Eaton Bray Academy
School Lane, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2DT |
4.35 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Benjamin College
Benjamin UK, Coach House, White House Court, Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1FD |
0.34 miles |
|
Vandyke Upper School
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY |
0.53 miles |
|
Oak Bank School
Sandy Lane, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3BE |
0.96 miles |
|
Cedars Upper School
Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2AE |
1.35 miles |
|
The Cottesloe School
Church Street, Wing, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, LU7 0NY |
3.53 miles |