Hillborough Infant and Nursery School
112%
Capacity
302
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Hillborough Infant and Nursery School
Hillborough Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hillborough Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Josephine Walter, it falls under Luton local authority.
Hillborough Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 198 applications for 89 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillborough Infant and Nursery School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Hillborough Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hillborough Road, Luton, Luton, LU1 5EZ |
| Headteacher | Josephine Walter |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 270 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
198
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillborough Road, Luton
Luton, LU1 5EZ
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