Harlington Upper School
URN: 109673 • Dunstable LU5 6NX
Overview
- Name
- Harlington Upper School
- URN
- 109673
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shawn Fell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Goswell End Road, Dunstable LU5 6NX
Summary
Harlington Upper School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, with a capacity of 1,490 students. The school promotes a strong ethos of altruism, ambition, and accountability, encouraging students to understand their roles within the community and the impact of their actions on others. The curriculum is designed to inspire students to achieve their potential, whether that leads to further education, employment, or training.
The school places significant emphasis on student leadership and involvement, with various councils focusing on charity, environmental issues, diversity, and mental health. These councils provide students with opportunities to voice their opinions and contribute positively to the school environment. Initiatives include fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and support for mental well-being, fostering a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere.
Harlington Upper School is part of the Pyramid Schools Trust, which supports its educational mission. The school aims to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that prepares students for future challenges while promoting personal growth and community involvement.
The school places significant emphasis on student leadership and involvement, with various councils focusing on charity, environmental issues, diversity, and mental health. These councils provide students with opportunities to voice their opinions and contribute positively to the school environment. Initiatives include fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and support for mental well-being, fostering a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere.
Harlington Upper School is part of the Pyramid Schools Trust, which supports its educational mission. The school aims to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that prepares students for future challenges while promoting personal growth and community involvement.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harlington Upper School (67.9)
- Queensbury Academy (62.2)
- Kingsland Community College (45.2)
- Queensbury Upper School (45.2)
- The Northfields Technology College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1490
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-02-29
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1490 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1490 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1490 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1490 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1490 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1490 |
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