Icknield High School

URN: 137679 • Luton LU3 2AH

Overview

Name
Icknield High School
URN
137679
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ICKNIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Noble (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01582576561
Website
Visit
Address
Riddy Lane, Luton LU3 2AH

Summary

Icknield High School, located in Luton, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,446 students, slightly exceeding its capacity of 1,445. Established in 1949, the school is well-regarded within the community for its strong academic performance and comprehensive pastoral care, which fosters a secure environment for student development. The school is notably over-subscribed, receiving significant interest for its 295 Year 7 places each year.

The school prides itself on inclusivity, offering support for a diverse range of abilities, including a specialist provision for students with hearing impairments. Icknield High School aims to provide a first-class education, with a focus on the Respect and CARES agenda, which underpins its ethos. The majority of students progress to further education, with many advancing to prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.

Icknield High School was rated 'Good' in its last Ofsted inspection in 2021, and the school community is committed to striving for Outstanding status in all areas. Parents appreciate the balance of high academic standards and the emphasis on student well-being, making it a valued institution in Luton.

Key details

LA
Luton
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ICKNIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Capacity
1445
Pupils
1446
Boys
706
Girls
740
FSM %
25.30
Open date
2011-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1446 706 740 1445 25.30
2024-09-11 1453 720 733 1445 24.10
2023-09-11 1456 720 736 1445 20.70
2022-09-11 1456 720 736 1445 20.70
2021-09-11 1456 731 725 1445 18.60
2020-09-11 1443 715 728 1445 15.30

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