William Austin Junior School
90%
Capacity
540
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About William Austin Junior School
William Austin Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 540 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 600 places).
Ofsted has rated William Austin Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Adams, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 37 in Luton.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Austin Junior School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, William Austin Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Austin Road, Luton, Luton, LU3 1UA |
| Headteacher | Joanne Adams |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 540 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.6% |
| School Capacity | 540 / 600 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6472nd of 13,686
Nationally
700th of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About William Austin Junior School
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Contact Information
Austin Road, Luton
Luton, LU3 1UA
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