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
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.
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.
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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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