Harlington Lower School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Westoning Road Harlington Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 6PD |
| Reference Number | 138938 |
Harlington Lower School has achieved a 'Good' rating in its first inspection under the current framework after being exempt from routine inspections for several years. The school has developed a positive learning environment, where pupils demonstrate confidence and enthusiasm in their academic tasks. The staff's commitment to supporting students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), is evident, leading to a solid performance in national assessments. Parents and pupils express satisfaction with the school's atmosphere, values, and curriculum efforts, which aim to prepare students well for their future.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 140 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.29%
Girls: 50.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| 2 | 12 | 16 | 28 |
| 3 | 11 | 16 | 27 |
| 4 | 15 | 15 | 30 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 75.7% |
| Pakistani | 5.7% |
| White, Other | 5% |
| White & Asian | 3.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| African | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Dec 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Apr 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 18 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Harlington Lower School | |
| 18 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
| 26 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to pupil support and learning.
- Effective teaching of phonics leading to confident reading.
- Positive school culture promoting good behaviour and respect.
- Variety of extracurricular opportunities enhancing pupil development.
- Successful implementation of curriculum plans with clear vocabulary focus.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent adaptation of curriculum plans to meet all pupils' needs.
- Some subject leaders require further development to enhance effectiveness.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 11 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Westoning Lower School
High Street, Westoning, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 5JH |
1.08 miles |
|
Sundon Lower School
Streatley Road, Upper Sundon, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3PQ |
2.01 miles |
|
Parkfields Middle School
Park Road, Toddington, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6AB |
2.11 miles |
|
Toddington St George Church of England School
Manor Road, Toddington, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6AJ |
2.24 miles |
|
Flitwick Lower School
Temple Way, Flitwick, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1LU |
2.34 miles |
|
Kingsmoor Lower School
Kingsmoor Close, Flitwick, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1EY |
2.57 miles |
|
Woodland Middle School Academy
Malham Close, Flitwick, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1NP |
2.6 miles |
|
Templefield Lower School
Malham Close, Flitwick, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ |
2.63 miles |
|
Greenfield CofE VC Lower School
Pulloxhill Road, Greenfield, Bedfordshire, MK45 5ES |
2.75 miles |
|
Chalton Lower School
Luton Road, Chalton, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9UJ |
2.8 miles |
|
Arnold Academy
Hexton Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4JZ |
3.12 miles |
|
Orchard School & Nursery
Higham Gobion Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4RB |
3.13 miles |
|
Ramsey Manor Lower School
Manor Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4NS |
3.16 miles |
|
Eversholt Lower School
Church End, Eversholt, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, MK17 9DU |
3.43 miles |
|
Whitefield Primary Academy
Stockholm Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3SS |
3.48 miles |
|
Thornhill Primary School
Grove Road, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5PE |
3.51 miles |
|
Parklea Primary School
Cranbrook Drive, Sundon Park, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3EW |
3.55 miles |
|
Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
Chestnut Avenue, Silsoe, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4GP |
3.74 miles |
|
Lime Tree Primary Academy
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5QN |
3.87 miles |
|
Bramingham Primary School
Freeman Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 4BL |
3.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Harlington Upper School
Goswell End Road, Harlington, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6NX |
0.25 miles |
|
Lealands High School
Sundon Park Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3AL |
3.45 miles |
|
The Chiltern School
Parkside Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5PX |
3.6 miles |
|
Redborne Upper School and Community College
Flitwick Road, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2NU |
3.63 miles |
|
Houstone School
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5PX |
3.65 miles |
|
Lea Manor High School
Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3TL |
3.72 miles |
|
Woodlands Secondary School
Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3SP |
3.95 miles |
|
Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Science College
Warden Hill Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7AE |
4.29 miles |
|
Esland Bedford School
Unit 54, Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HS |
4.61 miles |
|
King's House Moorlands
King's House, High Street Leagrave, Luton, LU4 9JY |
4.71 miles |
|
Al Hikmah Boys School
145 High Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9LE |
4.71 miles |
|
The Chalk Hills Academy
Leagrave High St, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0NE |
4.84 miles |
|
Challney High School for Girls
Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9FJ |
4.84 miles |
|
Icknield High School
Riddy Lane, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 2AH |
4.93 miles |