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Chiltern Academy

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Chiltern Academy

Gipsy Lane, Luton, LU1 3GF

Free schools · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Feb 2023

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

49.5school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
49.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
28.9%
Basics 9-5
47.2%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

49.5

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2354.846.4
2023/2449.646.4
2024/2549.546.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.640.00
2023/24+0.380.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
67.5%
EBacc APS
4.77
EBacc 9-5
36.8%
EBacc 9-4
49.4%
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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Avenue Centre for Education
0.62 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
Lime Academy Hartwell
1.39 km away · Free schools special
Inadequate
Bury Park Educational Institute (Al - Hikmah Secondary School)
2.17 km away · Other independent school
Queen Elizabeth School
2.38 km away · Foundation school
Good
The Stockwood Park Academy
2.41 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good

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About Chiltern Academy

Chiltern Academy is a secondary school in Luton, Luton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 102 responses), 94% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.5. The school has around 1,191 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Gipsy Lane, Luton, LU1 3GF | More schools in Luton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Chiltern Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2023 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Chiltern Academy

What is Chiltern Academy's Ofsted rating?
Chiltern Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What do parents say about Chiltern Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 102 responses): 94% of parents would recommend Chiltern Academy.
What are Chiltern Academy's latest exam results?
Chiltern Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.5. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Chiltern Academy located?
Chiltern Academy is a secondary school in Luton, Luton (LU1 3GF).
How many pupils attend Chiltern Academy?
Chiltern Academy has around 1,191 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Chiltern Academy with other schools?
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