Parklea Primary School
87%
Capacity
548
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Parklea Primary School
Parklea Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 548 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Parklea Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Spooner, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11719th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 37 in Luton.
Parklea Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 63 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
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 Parklea Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Parklea 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cranbrook Drive, Luton, Luton, LU3 3EW |
| Headteacher | Stephen Spooner |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 548 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 548 / 630 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11719th of 13,686
Nationally
1316th of 1,612
In East of England
36th of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed63
83
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cranbrook Drive, Luton
Luton, LU3 3EW
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