Best 3 Secondary schools in Luton – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Denbigh High School (Secondary) in Luton; Challney High School for Boys (Secondary) in Luton; Challney High School for Girls (Secondary) in Luton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Denbigh High School, Challney High School for Boys and Challney High School for Girls. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Luton, Bedfordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Denbigh High School), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Denbigh High School (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,350, typical FSM 25–30%, range 25–30%–30–35%; all within the Chiltern Learning Trust trust.

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Attribute	Denbigh High School LU3 1HE	Challney High School for Boys LU4 9TJ	Challney High School for Girls LU4 9FJ
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Luton Bedfordshire LU3 1HE	Luton Bedfordshire LU4 9TJ	Luton Bedfordshire LU4 9FJ
Latest Ofsted	1 25 Jan 2024	1 15 Jan 2024	1 10 Feb 2020
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1120	1212	1050
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Boys	Girls
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Chiltern Learning Trust	Chiltern Learning Trust	Chiltern Learning Trust
Website	www.denbighhigh.co.uk	www.challneyboys.co.uk	www.challneygirls.luton.sch.uk
Telephone	01582736611	01582599921	01582571427
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Denbigh High School

LU3 1HE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Luton
Bedfordshire
LU3 1HE
Ofsted: 1 25 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Chiltern Learning Trust
Website: www.denbighhigh.co.uk
Telephone: 01582736611

Challney High School for Boys

LU4 9TJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 9TJ
Ofsted: 1 15 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Chiltern Learning Trust
Website: www.challneyboys.co.uk
Telephone: 01582599921

Challney High School for Girls

LU4 9FJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 9FJ
Ofsted: 1 10 Feb 2020
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Chiltern Learning Trust
Website: www.challneygirls.luton.sch.uk
Telephone: 01582571427

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.