Watling Lower School
URN: 151796 • Dunstable LU6 3BJ
Overview
- Name
- Watling Lower School
- URN
- 151796
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Robert Cook (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582662232
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bull Pond Lane, Dunstable LU6 3BJ
Summary
Watling Lower School, located in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 150 students. The school prioritises creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Emphasising core values of kindness, respect, and responsibility, Watling Lower aims to foster a growth mindset among its pupils, encouraging them to develop self-confidence and resilience.
The curriculum at Watling Lower School focuses on foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, while also providing opportunities for students to explore a range of subjects. The school is dedicated to preparing children for future challenges by promoting problem-solving abilities and encouraging them to express their ideas. Staff members are committed to building strong relationships with families, recognising that education is a collaborative effort.
In addition to academic support, Watling Lower School offers a nursery for children aged 2-4, marking an important transition for young learners. The school invites prospective families to attend open days to learn more about its ethos and community involvement.
The curriculum at Watling Lower School focuses on foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, while also providing opportunities for students to explore a range of subjects. The school is dedicated to preparing children for future challenges by promoting problem-solving abilities and encouraging them to express their ideas. Staff members are committed to building strong relationships with families, recognising that education is a collaborative effort.
In addition to academic support, Watling Lower School offers a nursery for children aged 2-4, marking an important transition for young learners. The school invites prospective families to attend open days to learn more about its ethos and community involvement.
Useful links
- Chair of Governors annual report to parents (governance)
- Governor Attendance (governance)
- Our Governing Body (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Home (sen)
- SEND Parent Partnership Service (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
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 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SCHOLARS' EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 150 |
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