The Linden Academy vs Chiltern Academy
Side-by-side comparison of key school data
The Linden Academy
Luton
Chiltern Academy
Luton
Overview
Phase
Primary
Secondary
Type
Free schools
Free schools
Age Range
4–11
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Mixed
Religious Character
None
None
Admissions
-
Non-selective
Local Authority
Luton
Luton
Pupils & Capacity
Pupils
427
1203
Capacity
504
1200
Occupancy
85%
100%
FSM %
34.2%
38.2%
Nursery
Sixth Form
Boarding
Ofsted
Overall Rating
Good
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Good
Personal Development
Good
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Good
Last Inspected
Jun 2024
Feb 2023
Performance (2025)
Progress 8
-
-
Attainment 8
-
52.4
GCSE Eng+Maths 5+
-
62.8%
KS2 Reading
79%
-
KS2 Maths
74%
-
KS2 Writing
74%
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