St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Dunstable, LU5 5RG · Central Bedfordshire · primary school
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8th of 36 primary schools in Central Bedfordshire we can score, 95 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,296 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 5.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.74 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 5.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating?
What Ofsted said about St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy, polite, and feel safe. Leaders have planned an ambitious curriculum, and staff maintain high expectations that pupils consistently meet. The school fosters positive relationships and ensures that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive appropriate support to succeed.
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning, value challenging work, and demonstrate the school’s values by treating one another with respect.
- Teachers present difficult ideas clearly and provide well-timed support, helping pupils make connections and recall previous learning in detail.
- Leaders have established a well-organised curriculum for each subject, with knowledgeable subject leaders who understand what is working well.
- Staff are committed to developing pupils’ enjoyment of reading, using engaging texts and ensuring early years children get a good start with phonics.
- Positive relationships exist throughout the school community, with staff consistently applying behaviour policies so pupils learn without disruption.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to develop the enrichment programme to provide pupils with opportunities to undertake roles of responsibility and develop their talents, following pandemic restrictions.
- Leaders should ensure that all support staff have the necessary training to deliver high-quality support, particularly in the early reading programme, as some currently lack the skill and confidence of their trained colleagues.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving frequent training, reporting concerns timely, and pupils being taught how to stay safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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