Priory Academy
URN: 138181 • Dunstable LU5 4JA
Overview
- Name
- Priory Academy
- URN
- 138181
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Bailey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582661158
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Priory Academy, Britain Street, Dunstable LU5 4JA
Summary
Priory Academy, located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, is an all-through academy converter serving approximately 808 students, exceeding its capacity of 700. The school prides itself on a strong sense of community, fostering close links with parents and emphasizing pastoral care alongside academic achievement. With a commitment to high behaviour expectations, Priory Academy aims to develop students into responsible citizens who actively engage with local charities and events.
The curriculum at Priory Academy is designed to be innovative and relevant, focusing on core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities, and Languages, while also promoting the arts and creativity. The school operates a house system that encourages student involvement in various charitable activities throughout the year, further enhancing the sense of belonging among students.
Under the leadership of a dedicated headteacher, Priory Academy has built a reputation for outstanding teaching and learning. The school is known for its ambitious approach, encouraging all students to reach their full potential through a culture of high expectations and support.
The curriculum at Priory Academy is designed to be innovative and relevant, focusing on core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities, and Languages, while also promoting the arts and creativity. The school operates a house system that encourages student involvement in various charitable activities throughout the year, further enhancing the sense of belonging among students.
Under the leadership of a dedicated headteacher, Priory Academy has built a reputation for outstanding teaching and learning. The school is known for its ambitious approach, encouraging all students to reach their full potential through a culture of high expectations and support.
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- No nearby alternatives found.
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 9 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 700
- Pupils
- 808
- Boys
- 425
- Girls
- 383
- FSM %
- 13.70
- Open date
- 2012-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 808 | 425 | 383 | 700 | 13.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 791 | 407 | 384 | 700 | 15.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 749 | 377 | 372 | 700 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 749 | 377 | 372 | 700 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 736 | 375 | 361 | 700 | 12.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 720 | 373 | 347 | 700 | 9.20 |
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