The Vale Academy
URN: 138714 • Dunstable LU5 4QP
Overview
- Name
- The Vale Academy
- URN
- 138714
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jordan Campbell Interim July 2025 (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01582211150
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wilbury Drive, Dunstable LU5 4QP
Summary
The Vale Academy, located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 602 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 563. The school is committed to fostering integrity, ambition, and excellence in its students, aiming to challenge their minds and inspire creativity. The academy recently received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, with an 'Outstanding' designation in Personal Development, reflecting its strong educational standards.
The curriculum at The Vale Academy is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects, with recent highlights including a successful County QuadKids Athletics Competition and innovative Forest School sessions that promote outdoor learning. The school also offers nursery applications and actively encourages community involvement through events and activities.
Under the leadership of Principal Mr. Campbell, who joined in November 2024, The Vale Academy strives to create a supportive environment for both students and families. The school values attendance and participation, celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of community among its pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at [thevaleacademy.co.uk](https://www.thevaleacademy.co.uk/).
The curriculum at The Vale Academy is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects, with recent highlights including a successful County QuadKids Athletics Competition and innovative Forest School sessions that promote outdoor learning. The school also offers nursery applications and actively encourages community involvement through events and activities.
Under the leadership of Principal Mr. Campbell, who joined in November 2024, The Vale Academy strives to create a supportive environment for both students and families. The school values attendance and participation, celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of community among its pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at [thevaleacademy.co.uk](https://www.thevaleacademy.co.uk/).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 13 Oct Black History (calendar)
- 14 Oct Caterpillars S (calendar)
- 15 Oct Butterflies St (calendar)
- 20 Oct Dragonflies Ma (calendar)
- 20 Oct Reception Marv (calendar)
- 21 Oct Pre-Loved Unif (calendar)
- 21 Oct Pre-Loved Unif (calendar)
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
- ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 563
- Pupils
- 602
- Boys
- 325
- Girls
- 277
- FSM %
- 11.20
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 602 | 325 | 277 | 563 | 11.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 624 | 334 | 290 | 563 | 11.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 591 | 311 | 280 | 563 | 11.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 591 | 311 | 280 | 563 | 11.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 544 | 283 | 261 | 563 | 9.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 512 | 260 | 252 | 563 | 8.60 |
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