St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School

URN: 142263 • Luton LU1 5PP

Overview

Name
St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School
URN
142263
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steve Chiswell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01582723430
Website
Visit
Address
Rotheram Avenue, Luton LU1 5PP

Summary

St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in Luton, serving 453 pupils with a capacity of 450. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values, aiming to deliver a comprehensive education across all curriculum areas. The leadership team emphasizes the importance of Gospel teachings and social responsibility, particularly in supporting vulnerable members of the community.

The school actively engages students in various educational and community activities, such as immersive history days and fundraising events. Recent initiatives include a WWII immersion day for Year 6 and a Christmas fundraising event at Luton Airport, where students performed carols to support local charities. The school also places a strong emphasis on virtues, with each term focusing on a specific value to foster character development among students.

St Margaret's fosters a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, encouraging parental involvement and community participation. The school’s commitment to social outreach is evident through its partnerships with local charities, ensuring that students learn the importance of compassion and service.

Key details

LA
Luton
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
450
Pupils
453
Boys
223
Girls
230
FSM %
22.30
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 453 223 230 450 22.30
2024-09-11 492 246 246 450 25.80
2023-09-11 402 200 202 450 27.40
2022-09-11 402 200 202 450 27.40
2021-09-11 445 221 224 630 23.40
2020-09-11 491 255 236 630 18.30

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