River Bank Primary School

URN: 139782 • Luton LU3 1ES

Overview

Name
River Bank Primary School
URN
139782
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ACTIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Sansom (since 2025)
Telephone
01582531860
Website
Visit
Address
Bath Road, Luton LU3 1ES

Summary

River Bank Primary School, located in Luton, is a mixed free school catering to children aged 4 to 11. Established in 2013, the school operates from a modern, purpose-built facility that serves as a valuable resource for the local community. The school prides itself on being at the heart of Luton, fostering strong community ties and engagement.

The school's ethos is rooted in the Olympic and Paralympic values, which guide its approach to education. River Bank Primary focuses on inspiring children through physical activity, sport, and play, while empowering them to take responsibility for their learning. The curriculum is designed to nurture students, equipping them with essential knowledge and skills for future success.

With a current enrollment of 769 pupils and a capacity of 840, River Bank Primary School supports a diverse student body, with 26% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school encourages parental involvement and provides various resources to assist families, reinforcing its commitment to community support and collaboration.

Key details

LA
Luton
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ACTIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
840
Pupils
769
Boys
371
Girls
398
FSM %
26.00
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 769 371 398 840 26.00
2024-09-11 736 357 379 840 26.90
2023-09-11 719 333 386 840 26.60
2022-09-11 719 333 386 840 26.60
2021-09-11 703 335 368 840 23.20
2020-09-11 683 338 345 840 17.00

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