Houstone School

URN: 149107 • Dunstable LU5 5PX

Overview

Name
Houstone School
URN
149107
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
37.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth English (since 2025)
Telephone
01582377771
Website
Visit
Address
Parkside Drive, Dunstable LU5 5PX

Summary

Houstone School is a mixed secondary free school located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 657 pupils and a capacity of 900, the school prides itself on its academic ethos, focusing on integrity, ambition, and excellence. The curriculum is traditional and designed to help students achieve their full potential, ensuring high academic standards.

The school actively engages with local families and the community, providing a well-rounded education that extends beyond academics. Recent initiatives include partnerships with local sports organisations, enhancing students' extracurricular experiences through activities like rugby, boxing, and football. The school also emphasizes the importance of attendance and wellbeing, with programs aimed at boosting student engagement and support.

In addition to its academic offerings, Houstone School places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging collaboration and support among families and local organisations. This commitment to fostering a supportive environment is reflected in the school's recent recognition by Ofsted for its high ambitions for all pupils. For more information, visit their website at [Houstoneschool.co.uk](https://www.houstoneschool.co.uk/).

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Capacity
900
Pupils
657
Boys
320
Girls
337
FSM %
27.60
Open date
2022-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 657 320 337 900 27.60
2024-09-11 517 258 259 900 25.70
2023-09-11 900
2022-09-11 900

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