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Pulford CofE VA Lower School

Pulford CofE VA Lower School is a voluntary aided Church of England primary school located in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, serving pupils ages 2 to 9. The school currently has 264 pupils on roll, operating above its stated capacity of 255 — indicating high demand for places. The school has 4.30% of pupils eligible for free school meals. At its most recent Ofsted inspection, Pulford CofE VA Lower School was rated Good. The school also offers nursery provision for children below statutory school age. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Pulford CofE VA Lower School's admissions distance.

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Ages 2-9Age range
PrimarySchool phase
104%Capacity used (264 of 255 pupils)
4.30%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

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School Details

School namePulford CofE VA Lower School
URN109619
AddressPulford Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1AB
Telephone01525372188
HeadteacherDavid Heather (Headteacher)
School typeVoluntary aided school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 2-9
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Local authorityCentral Bedfordshire
RegionEast of England
Approx. coordinates51.91355, -0.662123 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Church of England school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Pulford CofE VA Lower School will be published on the school's website or on the Central Bedfordshire Council website. Search for "Pulford CofE VA Lower School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Church of England religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

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📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 07/11/2023. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Central Bedfordshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Central Bedfordshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Pulford CofE VA Lower School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Pulford CofE VA Lower School is 109619. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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