The Linden Academy

A good free schools school in Luton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Linden Academy.

Luton, LU13HJ Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
40.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 47.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
35.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 1.0%
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
18 June 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Osborne Road
Luton, LU13HJ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137324
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Address
Osborne Road, Luton, LU1 3HJ
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS
Capacity
504 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
475
Free School Meals
34.7% (165 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
24.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
47.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
1.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 103.0
2023 101.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
30 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
59
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
475 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respect Honesty Hard Work Caring Understanding

Head Teacher's Message

The Linden Academy puts children at the heart of everything, aims for happiness, safety and security so pupils can thrive; provides a broad curriculum using new technologies; is inclusive and strives for all students to reach their potential.

Facilities

Spacious halls Sports areas Classrooms Outdoor spaces Library Small group rooms Wildlife/conservation area Multi-use games area (football and basketball) Undercover pavilion Access to sports facilities of Venue 360 Sports Complex

SEND Provision

The Linden Academy has a strong SEND provision with a dedicated team that works with staff and children in classrooms to help them achieve their best, and provides a package of support in and outside of the classroom.

Admissions Criteria

Normal Admissions Round: Applications for Reception (September 2026) are managed by Luton Borough Council with a closing date of 15 January 2025. If the year group is oversubscribed, applications may be unsuccessful and waiting lists and appeals processes apply. In-year admissions are managed by Advantage Schools; for guidance visit the Admissions page and contact the Admissions Manager.

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