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What is Edlesborough Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Edlesborough Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Edlesborough Primary Academy located?

Edlesborough Primary Academy is located in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, South East, LU6 2HS.

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Edlesborough Primary Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Edlesborough Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Edlesborough Primary Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Edlesborough Primary Academy has 82% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 90 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 29.2%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.

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OfstedGood · 2023KS2 expected82%Attendance94.5%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Computed from 20 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Edlesborough Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 90 pupils
SEN support: 16% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 82% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 68/100

Good surroundings

Air quality62/100

Transport access25/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Edlesborough Primary Academy

At Edlesborough Primary Academy, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

86% met the expected standard in reading and 86% in maths.

Attendance at Edlesborough Primary Academy

Edlesborough Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Edlesborough Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Edlesborough Primary Academy is 29.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Edlesborough Primary Academy

Edlesborough Primary Academy has 90 pupils on roll.

6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

16% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Edlesborough Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Edlesborough Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Edlesborough Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2027.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Edlesborough Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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