Putteridge High School

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Good

Putteridge Road, Luton, LU2 8HJOpen in maps

Putteridge High School is a secondary school in Luton for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 77 schools in Luton. It ranks 7th of 14 secondary schools in Luton. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2019.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 18 June 2019, report published 15 July 2019

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 November 2024

Pupils flourish at this school. They experience a high quality of education. They meet leaders' exceptionally high expectations for their learning, personal development and behaviour. Pupils are happy and proud to be part of this community. They work extremely hard to be 'first class learners' and responsible citizens. The broad and ambitious curriculum engages all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school prioritises the well-being and personal development of pupils. They receive high-quality guidance and care. Pupils value the fact that there are plenty of adults who will listen to them. Pupils' wider experiences at this school are exceptional. They take part in an extraordinary choice of clubs, trips and opportunities, as well as giving to the wider community. These activities broaden pupils' interests, experiences and understanding of the world. They range from sports, chess, music and debating clubs to the Year 7 camping trip and a Year 10 trip to Paris. Pupils say that this is a school where everyone's differences are accepted, and everyone is equal. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They clearly understand the expectations and conduct themselves responsibly. They treat each other and staff with respect.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

233 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score49.2

49.2, 3.1 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths46.4%

46.4%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths73.4%

73.4%, 8.6 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc57.5%

57.5%, 17 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.34

4.34, 0.25 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

1,193 pupils on roll, with places for 1,215

Eligible for free school meals21.1%

21.1%, 5.4 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language29.8%

29.8%, 8.2 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support14.4%

14.4%, 0.4 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan2.2%

2.2%, 3.8 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Putteridge High School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Queen Elizabeth School1 mileOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 39.9
Stopsley High School1 mileOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 42.3
Icknield High School2 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 49.4
Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Science College2 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 50.0
Denbigh High School2 milesOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 52.6

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mr David Graham
Phone
01582415791
Website
putteridgehigh.org
Address
Putteridge Road, Luton, LU2 8HJ
Local authority
Luton
URN
144311

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.