St Matthew's Primary School
URN: 109552 • Luton LU2 0NJ
Overview
- Name
- St Matthew's Primary School
- URN
- 109552
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Thomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582723970
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wenlock Street, Luton LU2 0NJ
Summary
St Matthew's Primary School, located in Luton, is a community school catering to a mixed-gender population of 898 pupils, with a capacity of 900. The school is dedicated to fostering the aspirations and skills of each child, ensuring a supportive and enriching educational environment. With 31.20% of students eligible for free school meals, the school actively addresses diverse needs within its community.
The curriculum at St Matthew's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, integrating various subjects and promoting both academic and personal growth. The school hosts events such as Class Assemblies and Sports and Arts Week, encouraging parental involvement and community engagement. Additionally, the school collaborates with local organisations, such as Central Bedfordshire College, to offer ESOL classes, further supporting families in the area.
St Matthew's Primary School places a strong emphasis on community and inclusivity, regularly organising activities and initiatives that bring families together. The school’s commitment to nurturing its pupils extends beyond academics, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among students as they engage with their local environment.
The curriculum at St Matthew's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, integrating various subjects and promoting both academic and personal growth. The school hosts events such as Class Assemblies and Sports and Arts Week, encouraging parental involvement and community engagement. Additionally, the school collaborates with local organisations, such as Central Bedfordshire College, to offer ESOL classes, further supporting families in the area.
St Matthew's Primary School places a strong emphasis on community and inclusivity, regularly organising activities and initiatives that bring families together. The school’s commitment to nurturing its pupils extends beyond academics, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among students as they engage with their local environment.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- New school lunch menus for the summer term (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Time Leave (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Luton
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 898
- Boys
- 469
- Girls
- 429
- FSM %
- 31.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 898 | 469 | 429 | 900 | 31.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 833 | 435 | 398 | 870 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 825 | 428 | 397 | 840 | 27.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 825 | 428 | 397 | 840 | 27.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 828 | 432 | 396 | 840 | 25.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 817 | 423 | 394 | 840 | 19.60 |
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