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Schools in LU1

A postcode district in Luton

  • Postcode district
  • 41 schools and nurseries

In short: LU1 is a postcode district in Luton with 16 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 21 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4116 primary · 5 secondary · 21 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LU1

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All LU1 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LU1

16 in LU1, best first

Hillborough Junior School

Luton, LU1 5EZ · State · Primary · Ages 7 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1187%

England 62%

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
358
Pupils per teacher
20.5
View school Hillborough Junior School

Tennyson Road Primary School

Luton, LU1 3RS · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

113 first choices, 90 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
4.7%
Pupils
724
Pupils per teacher
24.1
View school Tennyson Road Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in LU1

5 in LU1, best first

Chiltern Academy

Luton, LU1 3GF · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

272 first choices, 228 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1652.4

England 46.2

Days missed
6.8%
Pupils
1,203
Pupils per teacher
15.6
View school Chiltern Academy

Manshead Church of England Academy

Luton, LU1 4BB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 5 areas

Results well below the England average.

162 first choices, 189 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1638.9

England 46.2

Days missed
10.5%
Pupils
1,134
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school Manshead Church of England Academy

The Stockwood Park Academy

Luton, LU1 5PP · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results well below the England average.

184 first choices, 279 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1636.9

England 46.2

Days missed
10.1%
Pupils
1,438
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school The Stockwood Park Academy
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Nurseries in LU1

21 in LU1, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in LU1

3 in LU1, by the school's Eduscope score

Manshead Church of England Academy

Luton, LU1 4BB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 5 areas

Results well below the England average.

162 first choices, 189 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1638.9

England 46.2

Days missed
10.5%
Pupils
1,134
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school Manshead Church of England Academy

The Stockwood Park Academy

Luton, LU1 5PP · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results well below the England average.

184 first choices, 279 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1636.9

England 46.2

Days missed
10.1%
Pupils
1,438
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school The Stockwood Park Academy

Special Schools in LU1

1 in LU1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Claystone School

Luton, LU1 4LL · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
31
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Claystone School

Private Schools in LU1

3 in LU1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Claystone School

Luton, LU1 4LL · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
31
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Claystone School

Oakwood Primary School

Luton, LU1 3RR · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
149
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Oakwood Primary School
The map

Every school in LU1, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Rothesay Nursery School, Needs attention in 2 areasChapel Street Nursery School, GoodSlip End Village School, Good in every areaFoxdell Primary School, Good in every areaCutenhoe Hill Primary School, Good in every areaHillborough Junior School, OutstandingHillborough Infant and Nursery School, GoodCaddington Village School, Good in every areaAvenue Centre for Education, GoodBury Park Educational Institute (Al - Hikmah Secondary School), InspectedThe Stockwood Park Academy, Good in every areaOakwood Primary School, InspectedThe Linden Academy, GoodWhipperley Infant Academy, Outstanding in every areaDallow Primary School, GoodSt Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School, Expected standard or betterManshead Church of England Academy, Needs attention in 5 areasSt Mary's Catholic Primary School, Expected standard or betterChiltern Academy, GoodTennyson Road Primary School, OutstandingFarley Junior Academy, OutstandingClaystone School, Expected standard in every areaMagic Sparks Nursery, GoodFoxcubs Nursery, OutstandingChildcare @ Stepping Stones, GoodHome2home Nursery, GoodSlip End Preschool, GoodWhipperley Nursery, GoodTiny Cubs Nursery, GoodCaddington Pre-School, GoodPark Town Pre- School, GoodMini Steps Daycare Nursery, GoodClever Munchkins Nursery, GoodFun To Learn Nursery & Pre-School, Expected standard in every areaMini Stars Childcare LTD, GoodFarley Bears Nursery, GoodDallow Stars, GoodPumpkin Lane Day Nursery LimitedJigsaw Pre-School, GoodThe Mall Nursery and Creche, GoodWonderland Daycare Nursery, Good
  • Outstanding4
  • Good22
  • Not graded yet15
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in LU1 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every LU1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LU1 has 41 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about LU1

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How many schools are in LU1?

LU1 has 41 schools, including 16 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 21 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in LU1?

The highest-ranked schools in LU1 on Eduscope are Hillborough Junior School, Tennyson Road Primary School, St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in LU1?

There are 3 independent schools in LU1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in LU1 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LU1?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 41 schools in LU1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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