Edlesborough Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Edlesborough Primary Academy
Edlesborough Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edlesborough Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Rimmer, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1169th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Edlesborough Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 24 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edlesborough Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Edlesborough Primary Academy is one of the options available in the South East 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 | High Street, Dunstable, Buckinghamshire, LU6 2HS |
| Headteacher | Laura Rimmer |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1169th of 13,686
Nationally
150th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Dunstable
Buckinghamshire, LU6 2HS
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