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Downside Primary School
Goodgraded 06/11/2024Ages 4–111,031 pupilsDoes not apply
Downside Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Luton. The school has around 1,031 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 06/11/2024, Downside Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Luton can view Downside Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Luton (LU4 8EZ), Downside Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Primary results — Key Stage 2-11%
Expected standard (RWM)-11%
England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-4%
England avg -7%
DfE, 2023/24
Pupil intake20.3%
Free school meals20.3%
England avg 24.0%
English not first language35.0%
England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing94.6%
Attendance94.6%
England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher23.9
England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Luton
All schools in Luton →Beechwood Primary SchoolGood · 0.7 miChallney High School for BoysOutstanding · 0.5 miFoxdell Primary School0.7 miChallney High School for GirlsOutstanding · 0.7 miNorton Road Primary SchoolGood · 0.9 miAl Hikmah Boys School0.8 mi
See the full area report for LU4 8EZ →