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Harlington Lower School Catchment Area

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

Harlington Lower School is a academy converter primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–9, with 140 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–9

Age range

140

Pupils

150

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Harlington Lower School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Harlington Lower School 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.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Central Bedfordshire catchment area documents →

Harlington Lower School — School Information

Full address
Westoning Road, Harlington, Dunstable, LU5 6PD
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–9 years
Free school meals
5% of pupils
DfE URN
138938

Other Primary Schools in Dunstable

If Harlington Lower School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dunstable are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Harlington Lower School

Is Harlington Lower School oversubscribed?

Harlington Lower School is operating close to its capacity of 150 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Harlington Lower School?

Admission to Harlington Lower School 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 Harlington Lower School cover?

Harlington Lower School is a primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Harlington Lower School?

Harlington Lower School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.