Compare Oak Bank School and The Academy of Central Bedfordshire and Weatherfield Academy

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Oak Bank School (Not applicable) in Leighton Buzzard; The Academy of Central Bedfordshire (Not applicable) in Houghton Regis; Weatherfield Academy (Not applicable) in Dunstable — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Oak Bank School, The Academy of Central Bedfordshire and Weatherfield Academy. They are not applicable phase and academy special converter and free schools alternative provision type located around Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire and Dunstable, Bedfordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Oak Bank School), published Apr 2019. The lowest is 2 (The Academy of Central Bedfordshire), published Jul 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for Oak Bank School (Apr 2019). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 350, typical FSM 55–60%, range 40–45%–70–75%; all under Central Bedfordshire local authority.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Oak Bank School LU7 3BE	The Academy of Central Bedfordshire LU5 5PX	Weatherfield Academy LU6 1AF
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3BE	Houghton Regis Bedfordshire LU5 5PX	Dunstable Bedfordshire LU6 1AF
Latest Ofsted	1 29 Apr 2019	2 15 Jul 2015	2 19 Dec 2017
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	127	140	133
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Central Bedfordshire (823)	Central Bedfordshire (823)	Central Bedfordshire (823)
Website	www.oakbank.beds.sch.uk	www.acb.beds.sch.uk	www.schools.bedfordshire.gov.uk
Telephone	01525374559	01582343878	01582605632
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Oak Bank School

LU7 3BE

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Bedfordshire
LU7 3BE
Ofsted: 1 29 Apr 2019
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Central Bedfordshire (823)
Website: www.oakbank.beds.sch.uk
Telephone: 01525374559

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire

LU5 5PX

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: Houghton Regis
Bedfordshire
LU5 5PX
Ofsted: 2 15 Jul 2015
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Central Bedfordshire (823)
Website: www.acb.beds.sch.uk
Telephone: 01582343878

Weatherfield Academy

LU6 1AF

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Dunstable
Bedfordshire
LU6 1AF
Ofsted: 2 19 Dec 2017
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Central Bedfordshire (823)
Website: www.schools.bedfordshire.gov.uk
Telephone: 01582605632

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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