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Downside Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Downside Primary School is a community primary school in Luton , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 1031 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

1,031

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Downside Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Downside Primary School is set by Luton and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Luton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Luton catchment area documents →

Downside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Chaul End Lane, Luton, LU4 8EZ
Local authority
Luton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
21.6% of pupils
DfE URN
109567

Other Primary Schools in Luton

If Downside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Luton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Downside Primary School

Is Downside Primary School oversubscribed?

Downside Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 1050 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Downside Primary School?

Admission to Downside Primary School is managed by Luton. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Downside Primary School cover?

Downside Primary School is a primary school in Luton, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Downside Primary School?

Downside Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.