The Academy of Central Bedfordshire — School in Houghton Regis

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The Academy of Central Bedfordshire

Houghton Regis, LU5 5PX

50 Pupils

140 Capacity

11–16 Age Range

70.00% FSM %

30 Boys

20 Girls

About The Academy of Central Bedfordshire

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is an Free Schools for pupils aged 11–16 based in Central Bedfordshire, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open.

It has 50 pupils on roll. School capacity: 140. Current headteacher: Paul Green.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Central Bedfordshire or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Free schools alternative provision
Type Group	Free Schools
Phase of Education	Not applicable
Status	Open
Local Authority	Central Bedfordshire
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard
Ward	Houghton Regis East
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	None
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	Not applicable
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	THE ACADEMY OF CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
Opened	02-09-2013
UKPRN	10040841
URN	139411
Data Last Updated	25-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Green	Accounting Officer	01/09/2020	—	N/A
Mr Stephen Gray	Chair of Trustees	12/07/2019	12/07/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Paul Green	Chief Financial Officer	01/09/2020	17/06/2025	N/A
Mrs Sara Moore	Chief Financial Officer	18/06/2025	—	N/A
Mr Jeff Conquest	Member	01/09/2013	—	Original (signatory) members
Mr Nigel Croft	Member	11/12/2020	—	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Shawn Fell	Member	01/09/2013	—	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Stephen Gray	Member	01/01/2018	—	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Robert Robson	Member	11/12/2020	—	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Ian Bailey	Trustee	24/04/2023	11/11/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mr William Britt	Trustee	06/12/2024	06/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Oliver Button	Trustee	06/12/2024	06/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Lime Tree Primary Academy

Other

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Thornhill Primary School

0.4 km • Dunstable

Other

St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

0.81 km • Dunstable

Other

Tithe Farm Primary School

1.11 km • Dunstable

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is The Academy of Central Bedfordshire?

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is a Free schools alternative provision (group: Free Schools) in Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire.

How many pupils does The Academy of Central Bedfordshire have?

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire has 50 pupils, with a capacity of 140.

What is the age range at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire?

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.

Who is the headteacher at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire?

The Executive Head at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is Headteacher Paul Green.

Where is The Academy of Central Bedfordshire located?

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is at Kingsland Campus, Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, LU5 5PX, in the Central Bedfordshire local authority, East of England.

Does The Academy of Central Bedfordshire have a sixth form?

Sixth form at The Academy of Central Bedfordshire: Does not have a sixth form.

Is The Academy of Central Bedfordshire currently open?

The Academy of Central Bedfordshire is currently open.

Contact

Executive Head

Headteacher Paul Green

Kingsland Campus, Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, LU5 5PX

01582343878

www.acb.beds.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 139411

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026