Farley Junior Academy
Luton, LU1 5JF · Luton · primary school
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8th of 37 primary schools in Luton we can score, 46 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.8/10 against 1,804 of them, against 5.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Farley Junior Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved this, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Cross Stitch Club, Dance Club, Taekwondo, and the Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 334 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical Tuesday afternoon look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school manage the transition from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2?
What Ofsted said about Farley Junior Academy
Overview
Farley Junior Academy is described as a "happy and thriving learning community" where pupils feel safe and confident. The report highlights that staff are "aspirational for pupils’ achievement" and that the school has created a "highly ambitious curriculum" which supports success for all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils behave "impeccably well," embracing the rule to "be kind," with high levels of respect and understanding permeating the school.
- The curriculum is "highly ambitious" and "precisely defines the knowledge and skills pupils will learn," with a strong focus on language and communication.
- The reading curriculum is "well established," helping pupils become "confident, fluent readers" who enjoy debating texts and participating in book clubs.
- Staff possess "high levels of expertise" and effectively support pupils with SEND, who "achieve highly" through targeted teaching in small steps.
- Pupils actively contribute to school life, using their voice to suggest improvements such as active lunchtime challenges, and benefit from a "comprehensive curriculum" covering health and world issues.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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