St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

URN: 145325 • Dunstable LU5 5RG

Overview

Name
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
URN
145325
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amanda Dowling (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01582862456
Website
Visit
Address
Hammersmith Gardens, Dunstable LU5 5RG

Summary

St Vincent's Catholic Primary School, located in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, serves a mixed-gender population of 216 pupils aged 3 to 11. Established in 1974, the school operates as an academy converter and is closely linked to the local parish, integrating Catholic values into its daily activities. The school’s mission, "Growing in faith: loving and learning together with Jesus," reflects its commitment to fostering a nurturing and respectful environment where children can thrive.

The curriculum at St Vincent's is designed to meet the individual needs of each child, encouraging them to reach their full potential in a safe and supportive setting. The school offers a designated nursery unit, providing morning sessions for children from the age of three, and emphasizes the importance of independence and personal responsibility among its youngest learners.

St Vincent's also prioritizes community engagement, with regular Mass attendance and strong ties to local families. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, ensuring that every child is valued and supported throughout their learning journey.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
216
Boys
102
Girls
114
FSM %
9.80
Open date
2018-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 102 114 210 9.80
2024-09-11 228 112 116 235 11.50
2023-09-11 217 96 121 235 12.80
2022-09-11 217 96 121 210 12.80
2021-09-11 221 99 122 210 10.60
2020-09-11 218 101 117 210 6.50

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