The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
Ofsted rated this school Good at its September 2014 inspection — down from Outstanding.
Rated Good for
Leadership & management.
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At a Glance
36.0%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
21.4
Avg class size
72
Total classes
12 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
113%
Over capacity
1,644 pupils
1,450 capacity
194 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Luton
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Luton
Admissions Demand - Luton
Places available
3,303
Applications
3,049
Got 1st preference
82.4%
Got preferred school
95.2%
Secondary admissions across Luton (2025/26)
Inspection History(6)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
8.65535%
Overall absence
25.0808%
Persistent absence
1,547
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
The Chalk Hills Academy
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School
St Christophers Academy
Chantry Primary Academy
The Ferrars Academy
Southfield Primary Academy
Ferrars Junior School
The Vale Academy
Hadrian Academy
Leagrave Primary School
Pirton Hill Primary School
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