Is Challney High School for Girls a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 14 January 2020. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 2nd of 13 secondary schools in Luton. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Challney High School for Girls's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Challney High School for Girls averaged an Attainment 8 score of 51.5 (England: 46.2). 56% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Challney High School for Girls?

Applications for Year 7 places at Challney High School for Girls starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

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Challney High School for Girls

Addington Way, Luton, LU4 9FJ

Local ranking2nd of 13 secondary schools in Luton

Ofsted: OutstandingUpdated

Secondary

Phase

1064

Capacity

11-16

Age range

Girls

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 14 January 2020. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 51.5 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 56.0% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 73.4% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 207

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 92.0%
Continued in education: 90.0%
Apprenticeships: 2.0%
Not sustained: 5.0%

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 1046
Girls: 1062 (100%)
Capacity: 1064 (100% full)
SEND: 13.0%
FSM Eligible: 30.3%
EAL: 79.3%
SEN with EHC Plan: 2.0%
SEN Support: 11.0%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 62.3
Budget per Pupil: £8,108/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 6.3% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 14.7% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy converter
Phase: Secondary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

Asian Pakistani: 60.9%
Asian Other: 16.4%
Asian Bangladeshi: 11.3%
Other: 2.6%
Asian Indian: 2.5%
Mixed Other: 1.9%
Mixed White & Asian: 1.3%
White Other: 0.8%

60.9%

Asian Pakistani

16.4%

Asian Other

11.3%

Asian Bangladeshi

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01582571427

admin@challneygirls.luton.sch.uk

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Addington Way

Luton, East of England

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Administrative

URN: 144312
UKPRN: 10062863
Establishment No.: 4103
Trust: CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST

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