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Downside Primary School
Chaul End Lane, Luton, LU4 8EZ
Community school for ages 4–11 in Luton. Mixed intake.
Downside Primary School is a very large community primary school in Luton, teaching around 1,030 children aged 4 to 11. Its SEN provision includes autistic spectrum disorder. Ofsted rated the school Good at its older June 2015 inspection.
At Key Stage 2, 79% of pupils met the expected standard.
The school says it opened in September 2011 as a five-form-entry school and describes itself as large but welcoming and caring. It highlights an inspiring curriculum, respect for diversity, and opportunities for pupils to learn in a safe and challenging environment.
Ages 4–11 · Primary
1,031 pupils · On roll
Community school · Mixed