Downside Primary School
URN: 109567 • Luton LU4 8EZ
Overview
- Name
- Downside Primary School
- URN
- 109567
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- K Hooker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582587160
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chaul End Lane, Luton LU4 8EZ
Summary
Downside Primary School is a community school located in Luton, with a capacity of 1,050 pupils and currently serving 1,031 students. Established in September 2011, the school operates as a five-form entry institution, fostering a welcoming and caring atmosphere where each child is encouraged to develop as an individual. The school received a 'good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection in January 2019.
The school's ethos centres on creating a love for learning and promoting a safe, inclusive environment. Downside Primary offers a diverse and inspiring curriculum designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills for lifelong learning. The school values diversity and actively encourages students to become responsible citizens who are aware of their community and the natural environment.
Support for students is a priority at Downside Primary, with a focus on nurturing creativity, exploration, and independent learning. The dedicated staff, including a senior management team led by Headteacher Miss Karen Hooker, work collaboratively to ensure every child's voice is heard and valued, contributing to a positive school culture.
The school's ethos centres on creating a love for learning and promoting a safe, inclusive environment. Downside Primary offers a diverse and inspiring curriculum designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills for lifelong learning. The school values diversity and actively encourages students to become responsible citizens who are aware of their community and the natural environment.
Support for students is a priority at Downside Primary, with a focus on nurturing creativity, exploration, and independent learning. The dedicated staff, including a senior management team led by Headteacher Miss Karen Hooker, work collaboratively to ensure every child's voice is heard and valued, contributing to a positive school culture.
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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
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1031
- Boys
- 528
- Girls
- 503
- FSM %
- 21.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1031 | 528 | 503 | 1050 | 21.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1038 | 527 | 511 | 1050 | 20.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1004 | 512 | 492 | 1050 | 21.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1004 | 512 | 492 | 1050 | 21.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 986 | 509 | 477 | 1050 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 992 | 501 | 491 | 1050 | 15.80 |
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