Putteridge Primary School

A good community school school in Luton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Putteridge Primary School.

Luton, LU28HJ Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

65

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
58.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 69.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
65.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 14.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
21 May 2015
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Putteridge Road
Luton, LU28HJ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
109564
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Putteridge Road, Luton, LU2 8HJ
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
618
Free School Meals
16.2% (100 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.4% (15 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
11.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
69.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
14.0%
Reading Score:
108.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
69.0 (+10.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
11.3 (6.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 108.0
2023 106.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
77
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
618 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Putteridge Primary School is a caring, happy and successful community school."

Democracy Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs Thoughtfulness Tolerance Respect Compassion Generosity Honesty Peace Quality Positivity Patience Simplicity

Putteridge Primary School serves a multi-faith community where each person is respected and valued equally regardless of ability, gender, faith, heritage or race. Cultural appreciation and development forms part of our curriculum and our ‘Values’ programme.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Colin Pickard emphasising the school’s commitment to high‑quality education, an exciting and broad curriculum, and partnership with parents.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club After-School Club

Facilities

Large outdoor space with separate Foundation Stage, KS1 and KS2 playgrounds Extensive playing field OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) project and developing outdoor area

Curriculum Highlights

Rich and stimulating curriculum OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) project Thematic and engaging learning environment

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

The school hosts a 50-place Breakfast and After-School Club, for the benefit of working parents. The Extra Care Club is managed by an independent committee that is inspected by Ofsted as a separate organisation. Tel: 07746 250968; Email: [email protected]; Alternatively register and book online at: extracareclub.magicbooking.co.uk

Admissions Criteria

Admissions criteria for September 2025: 1) Looked after child or previously looked after; 2) Brothers and sisters of pupils attending the school or linked junior school; 3) Pupils living in the catchment area; 4) On medical grounds supported by medical evidence; 5) Children of staff; 6) Shortest distance from home to main school entrance (tie-breaker: random selection). The published admission number per year group is 90.

Financial Information

School dinners are currently charged at £2.50 per day. Families who are on Free School Meals or have children who attend Foundation Stage, Year 1 and Year 2 do not have to pay for their meals.

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