Dunstable Icknield Lower School
92%
Capacity
313
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Dunstable Icknield Lower School
Dunstable Icknield Lower School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 313 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunstable Icknield Lower School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Glynn Stirling, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
Dunstable Icknield Lower School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunstable Icknield Lower School include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Dunstable Icknield Lower School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Burr Street, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, LU6 3AG |
| Headteacher | Glynn Stirling |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 313 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 313 / 340 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burr Street, Dunstable
Central Bedfordshire, LU6 3AG
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