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Schools in LU3

A postcode district in Luton

  • Postcode district
  • 49 schools and nurseries

In short: LU3 is a postcode district in Luton with 15 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 27 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4915 primary · 7 secondary · 27 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LU3

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 LU3 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LU3

15 in LU3, best first

Denbigh Primary School

Luton, LU3 1NS · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

107 first choices, 89 offers made

Met the standard at 1182%

England 62%

Days missed
5.8%
Pupils
610
Pupils per teacher
19.4
View school Denbigh Primary School

Whitefield Primary Academy

Luton, LU3 3SS · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

30 first choices, 32 offers made

Met the standard at 1166%

England 62%

Days missed
4.6%
Pupils
422
Pupils per teacher
22.4
View school Whitefield Primary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in LU3

7 in LU3, best first

Denbigh High School

Luton, LU3 1HE · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

426 first choices, 208 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.3

England 46.2

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
1,130
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school Denbigh High School

Icknield High School

Luton, LU3 2AH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

238 first choices, 292 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.3

England 46.2

Days missed
7.6%
Pupils
1,452
Pupils per teacher
18.2
View school Icknield High School

Lealands High School

Luton, LU3 3AL · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

194 first choices, 204 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.7

England 46.2

Days missed
6.8%
Pupils
1,025
Pupils per teacher
14.8
View school Lealands High School
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Nurseries in LU3

27 in LU3, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 27 nurseries

Sixth Forms in LU3

1 in LU3, by the school's Eduscope score

Woodlands Secondary School

Luton, LU3 3SP · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
11.9%
Pupils
262
Pupils per teacher
9.4
View school Woodlands Secondary School

Special Schools in LU3

2 in LU3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Woodlands Secondary School

Luton, LU3 3SP · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
11.9%
Pupils
262
Pupils per teacher
9.4
View school Woodlands Secondary School

Private Schools in LU3

2 in LU3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia

Luton, LU3 1RF · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 16 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1654.2

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
103
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia
The map

Every school in LU3, 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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Grasmere Nursery School, GoodDenbigh Primary School, OutstandingNorton Road Primary School, GoodParklea Primary School, GoodThe Meads Primary School, GoodWilliam Austin Junior School, GoodWarden Hill Junior School, Good in every areaIcknield Primary School, GoodWilliam Austin Infant School, GoodBramingham Primary School, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, GoodLealands High School, GoodWoodlands Secondary School, OutstandingWaulud Primary School, GoodJamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia, GoodDenbigh High School, OutstandingIcknield High School, GoodSundon Lower School, GoodRiver Bank Primary School, GoodActive Support Education Centre, GoodWhitefield Primary Academy, GoodLea Manor High School, Needs attention in 1 areaWarden Hill Infant Academy, Requires improvementGreenside Community Nursery, Needs attention in 6 areasDenbigh Pre-School, GoodFirst Steps Pre-School, GoodBanana Moon Day Nursery, GoodLearning Stars Nursery, GoodLittle Peoples @ Whitefield, GoodBright Horizons Bramingham Day Nursery and Preschool, Needs attention in 6 areasGrasmere Nursery and Tadpoles Baby and Toddler Unit, OutstandingSundon Stars Pre-School, GoodSundon Park Bizzie Bees, GoodSunnyside Nursery, GoodTraining Depot Day Nursery, GoodLittle Owls Pre-School, GoodRise and Shine Day Nursery, GoodBizzie Bees Nursery, GoodMarsh Bears Nursery, GoodLittle Peoples Nursery, OutstandingLearning Land Pre-School, GoodStrong Tower Pre-School limited, GoodClarence House Luton, GoodAcorn Day Care Limited, Urgent improvement in 5 areasWoodland Nursery Limited, Needs attention in 6 areas365 ChildcareTiny Stars LTDSt John's Pre-School, GoodDenbigh Nursery
  • Outstanding5
  • Good34
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet9
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in LU3 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 LU3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LU3 has 49 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 LU3

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How many schools are in LU3?

LU3 has 49 schools, including 15 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 27 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in LU3?

The highest-ranked schools in LU3 on Eduscope are Denbigh High School, Denbigh Primary School, Icknield High 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 LU3?

There are 2 independent schools in LU3. 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 LU3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LU3?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 49 schools in LU3 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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