Kensworth Church of England Academy
79%
Capacity
83
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Kensworth Church of England Academy
Kensworth Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Central Bedfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 83 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kensworth Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bowley, it falls under Central Bedfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 15% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13610th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 34 in Central Bedfordshire.
Kensworth Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 10 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kensworth Church of England Academy include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Central Bedfordshire, Kensworth Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Common Road, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, LU6 3RH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bowley |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 83 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 83 / 105 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (15%)
13610th of 13,686
Nationally
1599th of 1,612
In East of England
34th of 34
In Central Bedfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
15%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
15%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Common Road, Dunstable
Central Bedfordshire, LU6 3RH
Journey to School
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