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Hadrian Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Hadrian Academy is a academy converter primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 383 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

383

Pupils

360

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Hadrian Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hadrian Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Central Bedfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 383 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Hadrian Academy — School Information

Full address
Hadrian Avenue, Dunstable, LU5 4SR
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
12% of pupils
DfE URN
137778

Other Primary Schools in Dunstable

If Hadrian Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dunstable are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hadrian Academy

Is Hadrian Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Hadrian Academy currently has 383 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hadrian Academy?

Admission to Hadrian Academy is managed by Central Bedfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Hadrian Academy cover?

Hadrian Academy is a primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hadrian Academy?

Hadrian Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.