Beechwood Primary School
98%
Capacity
871
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Beechwood Primary School
Beechwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 871 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 892 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beechwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Sherwin-Peddie, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10852nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 37 in Luton.
Beechwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 208 applications for 112 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 105 were first-preference applications.
Beechwood Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (68 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechwood Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Beechwood Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Linden Road, Luton, Luton, LU4 9RD |
| Headteacher | Mark Sherwin-Peddie |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 871 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 871 / 892 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10852nd of 13,686
Nationally
1202nd of 1,612
In East of England
32nd of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
68 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed112
208
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
105 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beechwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Linden Road, Luton
Luton, LU4 9RD
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