Icknield High School

URN: 109711 • Luton LU3 2AH

Overview

Name
Icknield High School
URN
109711
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Dean (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Riddy Lane, Luton LU3 2AH

Summary

Icknield High School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Luton, established in 1949. With a capacity of 1,455 students, it is one of the largest and most successful high schools in the area, known for its high academic standards and strong pastoral care. The school is heavily oversubscribed, offering 295 places for Year 7 each year, reflecting its popularity among local families.

The school promotes an inclusive environment, catering to a diverse range of abilities, including a specialist provision for students with hearing impairments. Icknield High School is committed to the Respect and CARES agenda, which underpins its educational philosophy. The school aims to nurture students not only academically but also personally, encouraging them to develop character and confidence.

Icknield High School received a "Good" rating in its last Ofsted inspection in 2021 and aspires to achieve "Outstanding" status. The majority of students progress to further education, with many attending prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, highlighting the school's commitment to raising the achievement of all students.

Key details

LA
Luton
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1455
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-11-30
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1455
2024-09-11 1455
2023-09-11 1455
2022-09-11 1455
2021-09-11 1455
2020-09-11 1455

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