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Linslade School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Linslade School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 661 pupils, and a capacity of 660 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–13

Age range

661

Pupils

660

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Linslade School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Linslade School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Central Bedfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 661 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Linslade School — School Information

Full address
Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2PA
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136766

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Leighton Buzzard

If Linslade School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Leighton Buzzard are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Linslade School

Is Linslade School oversubscribed?

Yes — Linslade School currently has 661 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Linslade School?

Admission to Linslade School is managed by Central Bedfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Linslade School cover?

Linslade School is a middle deemed secondary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Linslade School?

Linslade School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.