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Lancot School Catchment Area

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

Lancot School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 449 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

449

Pupils

420

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Lancot School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lancot 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 449 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Lancot School — School Information

Full address
Lancot Drive, Dunstable, LU6 2AP
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
12.8% of pupils
DfE URN
142036

Other Primary Schools in Dunstable

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Lancot School

Is Lancot School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lancot School currently has 449 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lancot School?

Admission to Lancot 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 Lancot School cover?

Lancot School is a primary school in Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lancot School?

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