St Christophers Academy
URN: 138021 • Dunstable LU5 4NJ
Overview
- Name
- St Christophers Academy
- URN
- 138021
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Thomas Clarke (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01582500960
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gorham Way, Dunstable LU5 4NJ
Summary
St Christophers Academy is a two-form entry primary school located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, catering to children aged 2 to 11 years. As an academy converter and part of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), the school emphasizes high expectations and community-based education. With a current enrolment of 395 pupils, the academy has a capacity of 330, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a supportive and nurturing environment.
The school prides itself on fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where children feel valued and encouraged to embrace their learning journey. St Christophers Academy focuses on building positive relationships with families, ensuring open communication to support each child's development. The curriculum is designed to provide a rich educational experience, complemented by various extracurricular activities that promote confidence and independence among students.
With a dedicated team of staff and governors, St Christophers Academy aims to help every child reach their full potential. The school’s ethos revolves around creating a sense of belonging and community, making it a special place for both pupils and staff.
The school prides itself on fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where children feel valued and encouraged to embrace their learning journey. St Christophers Academy focuses on building positive relationships with families, ensuring open communication to support each child's development. The curriculum is designed to provide a rich educational experience, complemented by various extracurricular activities that promote confidence and independence among students.
With a dedicated team of staff and governors, St Christophers Academy aims to help every child reach their full potential. The school’s ethos revolves around creating a sense of belonging and community, making it a special place for both pupils and staff.
Useful links
- It's going to be a hot one today! Please remember to send your child to school with a hat and water bottle and apply sunscreen. (sen)
- LEGOLAND update! The children are all having a wonderful time. Some have finished their workshops and are on the rides and others are gaining their driving licences! Estimated time of arrival will be sent via Bromcom/MCAS (sen)
- It's our open evening tomorrow, come and see our wonderful school and staff. The evening will involve tours of the school, a presentation from Mr Clarke, food tasting from our amazing school meals provider and so much more!! Our staff and children have pl (sen)
- Facebook (other)
- Twitter (other)
- Kids eat for free over half term (other)
- Wishing you all a great half term! From us all at St Christophers. (other)
- https://www.facebook.com/567133831883165/posts/1285400230056518 (other)
- https://www.facebook.com/567133831883165/posts/1290635939532947 (other)
- Don't forget our wonderful open evening tonight! The invite is open to everyone, current families, pupils and new! We would love to see you all. (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Lark Rise Academy (72.8)
- Studham CofE Village School (72.0)
- Harlington Lower School (70.2)
- Toddington St George Lower School (70.2)
- St Vincent's Catholic Primary School (63.2)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 330
- Pupils
- 395
- Boys
- 187
- Girls
- 208
- FSM %
- 8.60
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 395 | 187 | 208 | 330 | 8.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 427 | 206 | 221 | 330 | 9.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 374 | 188 | 186 | 330 | 10.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 374 | 188 | 186 | 330 | 10.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 318 | 172 | 146 | 330 | 12.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 314 | 171 | 143 | 330 | 11.00 |
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