Hadrian Academy
106%
Capacity
383
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hadrian Academy
Hadrian Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Hadrian Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ross Griffin, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6466th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Hadrian Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
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 Hadrian Academy include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Science Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Hadrian 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hadrian Avenue, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, LU5 4SR |
| Headteacher | Ross Griffin |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 360 (106% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6466th of 13,686
Nationally
699th of 1,612
In East of England
9th of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hadrian Avenue, Dunstable
Central Bedfordshire, LU5 4SR
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