Southcott Lower School is a community school serving families in Leighton Buzzard and the wider Central Bedfordshire area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Southcott Lower School caters for mixed pupils from 2 to 9 years. With 296 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 300, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 02 March 2023, awarding it a Outstanding rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.