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Pulford CofE VA Lower School Catchment Area

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

Pulford CofE VA Lower School is a voluntary aided primary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 2–9, with 264 pupils, and a capacity of 255 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–9

Age range

264

Pupils

255

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Pulford CofE VA Lower School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Pulford CofE VA Lower School is managed by Central Bedfordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 264 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 255 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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Pulford CofE VA Lower School — School Information

Full address
Pulford Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1AB
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–9 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
4.3% of pupils
DfE URN
109619

Other Primary Schools in Leighton Buzzard

If Pulford CofE VA Lower School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leighton Buzzard are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pulford CofE VA Lower School

Is Pulford CofE VA Lower School oversubscribed?

Yes — Pulford CofE VA Lower School currently has 264 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 255 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

Pulford CofE VA Lower School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Pulford CofE VA Lower School cover?

Pulford CofE VA Lower School is a primary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 2–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Pulford CofE VA Lower School?

Pulford CofE VA Lower School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.