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Dovery Academy

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Dovery Academy

Heath Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 3AG

A Outstanding-rated primary school in Leighton Buzzard.

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
167
Ages
3-9
FSM
4.8%
Capacity
150
Ofsted
Outstanding
May 2025

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About Dovery Academy

Dovery Academy is a primary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 55 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 167 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Heath Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 3AG | More schools in Central Bedfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dovery Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2025 — Outstanding
  2. Oct 2021 — Inadequate (predecessor: Dovery Down Lower School)
  3. Mar 2007 — Outstanding (predecessor: Dovery Down Lower School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Dovery Academy

What is Dovery Academy's Ofsted rating?
Dovery Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about Dovery Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 55 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Dovery Academy.
Where is Dovery Academy located?
Dovery Academy is a primary school in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire (LU7 3AG).
How many pupils attend Dovery Academy?
Dovery Academy has around 167 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dovery Academy with other schools?
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