Pirton Hill Primary School
96%
Capacity
405
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Pirton Hill Primary School
Pirton Hill 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 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pirton Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glenn Booth, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 37 in Luton.
Pirton Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 36 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pirton Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Pirton Hill 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 | Butely Road, Luton, Luton, LU4 9EX |
| Headteacher | Glenn Booth |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 420 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11535th of 13,686
Nationally
1290th of 1,612
In East of England
35th of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
46%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Butely Road, Luton
Luton, LU4 9EX
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