Chiltern Academy

URN: 145872 • Luton LU1 3GF

Overview

Name
Chiltern Academy
URN
145872
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Douglas (since 2025)
Telephone
01582310644
Website
Visit
Address
Gipsy Lane, Luton LU1 3GF

Summary

Chiltern Academy is a mixed secondary free school located in Luton, catering to approximately 1,191 pupils with a capacity of 1,200. Established in 2018, the school moved into its modern facilities on Gipsy Lane a year later. As part of the Chiltern Learning Trust, the academy focuses on fostering a love of learning and personal growth, guided by its core values of determination, resilience, aspiration, respect, and independence.

The curriculum at Chiltern Academy is broad and balanced, offering a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities designed to challenge and inspire students. With a specialism in engineering, the school provides excellent opportunities for pupils to develop skills relevant to future careers in this field. State-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped laboratories and extensive sports amenities, support a holistic educational experience.

Chiltern Academy values the partnership between the school, students, and parents, promoting open communication and collaboration. The school aims to celebrate the diverse culture of its community, ensuring that all pupils leave as confident, knowledgeable, and well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world.

Key details

LA
Luton
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1191
Boys
638
Girls
553
FSM %
36.80
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
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Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1191 638 553 1200 36.80
2024-09-11 1200 652 548 1200 35.30
2023-09-11 923 516 407 1200 30.70
2022-09-11 923 516 407 1200 30.70
2021-09-11 684 375 309 1200 25.90
2020-09-11 445 232 213 1200 22.20

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