Thomas Whitehead Church of England Academy

URN: 143850 • Dunstable LU5 5HH

Overview

Name
Thomas Whitehead Church of England Academy
URN
143850
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
37.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Natasha Chiswell (since 2025)
Telephone
01582865466
Website
Visit
Address
Angels Lane, Dunstable LU5 5HH

Summary

Thomas Whitehead Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire. As part of the Diocese of St Albans Multi Academy Trust, the school serves children from 2 years old through to the end of Key Stage 2. With a current enrolment of 210 pupils and a capacity of 352, the academy aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued.

The school places a strong emphasis on children's welfare, happiness, and safety, aligning with its ethos of fostering a supportive community. The curriculum is designed to engage students and prepare them for future educational phases, with a nursery offering flexible hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, as well as a pre-school for younger children.

Parents are encouraged to visit the school to learn more about its offerings and community spirit. The academy also provides opportunities for extracurricular activities and maintains a commitment to keeping families informed through regular updates and events. For more information, visit their website at [thomaswhiteheadceacademy.co.uk](https://www.thomaswhiteheadceacademy.co.uk).

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
352
Pupils
210
Boys
100
Girls
110
FSM %
34.50
Open date
2017-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 210 100 110 352 34.50
2024-09-11 192 86 106 352 32.60
2023-09-11 209 97 112 352 25.80
2022-09-11 209 97 112 352 25.80
2021-09-11 229 117 112 352 22.90
2020-09-11 257 129 128 352 16.70

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