Chantry Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
641
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Chantry Primary Academy
Chantry Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 641 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 710 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chantry Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Noshin Hussain, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3750th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 37 in Luton.
Chantry Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 61 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chantry Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Chantry Primary Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tomlinson Avenue, Luton, Luton, LU4 0QP |
| Headteacher | Noshin Hussain |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 641 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.4% |
| School Capacity | 641 / 710 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3750th of 13,686
Nationally
383rd of 1,612
In East of England
9th of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tomlinson Avenue, Luton
Luton, LU4 0QP
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