Eaton Bray Academy
92%
Capacity
193
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Eaton Bray Academy
Eaton Bray Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 193 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eaton Bray Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynne Mercer, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13118th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Eaton Bray Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 23 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Eaton Bray Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Eaton Bray Academy include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Eaton Bray Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, LU6 2DT |
| Headteacher | Lynne Mercer |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.3% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 210 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13118th of 13,686
Nationally
1509th of 1,612
In East of England
31st of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
33%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Dunstable
Central Bedfordshire, LU6 2DT
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