The Ferrars Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Macaulay Road Luton Bedfordshire LU4 0LL |
| Reference Number | 139612 |
The Ferrars Academy remains a good school, demonstrating strong relationships between pupils and teachers, alongside effective curriculum implementation. Pupils exhibit pride and enthusiasm in their school environment, engage responsibly, and feel secure, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere. The school emphasizes collaborative learning and citizenship, which is reflected in their local community involvement. However, there are areas for improvement in curriculum delivery, particularly as some staff are still developing the expertise needed for effective teaching, leading to inconsistency in pupil knowledge acquisition.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 310 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.55%
Girls: 46.45% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 61.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 42 | 86 |
| 2 | 51 | 35 | 86 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 27.1% |
| Indian | 15.2% |
| Asian, Other | 10.3% |
| White, British | 8.7% |
| African | 8.4% |
| White, Other | 5.2% |
| White & Asian | 3.5% |
| Caribbean | 2.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| Unclassified | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Dec 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Dec 2022 | School inspection |
| 22 Oct 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 17 May 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 09 May 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Ferrars Infant School | |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
| 12 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are proud and exhibit a strong sense of responsibility.
- The school has effective curriculum plans that support learners.
- Pupils have a positive attitude towards learning and reading.
- Strong support systems for pupils with special educational needs.
- Positive relationships among pupils and between pupils and staff.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers are still developing the expertise needed to teach the curriculum effectively.
- Inconsistency in pupil knowledge acquisition due to deviation from planned learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 35 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 35 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 4 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ferrars Junior School
Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0ES |
0.04 miles |
|
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School
Pastures Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0PF |
0.4 miles |
|
Leagrave Primary School
Strangers Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9ND |
0.44 miles |
|
Pastures Way Nursery School
Pastures Way, Luton, LU4 0PE |
0.53 miles |
|
Southfield Primary Academy
Pastures Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0PE |
0.6 miles |
|
St Christophers Academy
Gorham Way, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4NJ |
0.64 miles |
|
Chantry Primary Academy
Tomlinson Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0QP |
0.65 miles |
|
The Gill Blowers Nursery School
1 Mossdale Court, Luton, LU4 9JL |
0.81 miles |
|
Pirton Hill Primary School
Butely Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9EX |
0.89 miles |
|
The Vale Academy
Wilbury Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4QP |
0.99 miles |
|
Beechwood Primary School
Linden Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9RD |
1 miles |
|
Hadrian Academy
Hadrian Avenue, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4SR |
1.05 miles |
|
Willow Nursery School
Goldstone Crescent, Dunstable, LU5 4QU |
1.06 miles |
|
Downside Primary School
Chaul End Lane, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 8EZ |
1.07 miles |
|
Norton Road Primary School
Norton Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 2NX |
1.43 miles |
|
Lime Tree Primary Academy
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5QN |
1.49 miles |
|
St. Augustine's Academy
Oakwood Avenue, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4AS |
1.51 miles |
|
Waulud Primary School
Wauluds Bank Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3LZ |
1.54 miles |
|
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Hammersmith Gardens, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5RG |
1.57 miles |
|
Parklea Primary School
Cranbrook Drive, Sundon Park, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3EW |
1.62 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Chalk Hills Academy
Leagrave High St, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0NE |
0.41 miles |
|
Al Hikmah Boys School
145 High Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9LE |
0.49 miles |
|
King's House Moorlands
King's House, High Street Leagrave, Luton, LU4 9JY |
0.49 miles |
|
Challney High School for Girls
Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9FJ |
0.51 miles |
|
Challney High School for Boys
Stoneygate Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9TJ |
0.55 miles |
|
Stannard School
Ridgeway Avenue, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4QL |
1.16 miles |
|
Houstone School
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5PX |
1.48 miles |
|
The Chiltern School
Parkside Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5PX |
1.54 miles |
|
Lealands High School
Sundon Park Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3AL |
1.56 miles |
|
Priory Academy
Priory Academy, Britain Street, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4JA |
1.75 miles |
|
Manshead Church of England Academy
Dunstable Road, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB |
1.76 miles |
|
Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia
364 - 370 Leagrave Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 1RF |
1.77 miles |
|
Woodlands Secondary School
Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3SP |
1.86 miles |
|
Lea Manor High School
Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3TL |
1.99 miles |
|
Active Support Education Centre
Unit 1 Britannia Estates, Leagrave Road, Luton, Beds, LU3 1RJ |
2.03 miles |
|
All Saints Academy Dunstable
Houghton Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5AB |
2.13 miles |
|
Icknield High School
Riddy Lane, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 2AH |
2.33 miles |
|
Denbigh High School
Alexandra Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 1HE |
2.36 miles |
|
Bury Park Educational Institute (Al - Hikmah Secondary School)
82 - 86 Dunstable Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1EH |
2.43 miles |
|
Queensbury Academy
Langdale Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3BU |
2.44 miles |