The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2020).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2020
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.1
6.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
48%
5.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
28%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 211 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 92 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,046
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 29.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Luton
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Sheba George (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9FJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAl Hikmah Boys School
Independent · Very close
King's House Moorlands
Independent · Very close
Challney High School for Boys
Secondary · 388m away
Leagrave Primary School
Primary · 454m away
Beechwood Primary School
Primary · 788m away
Ferrars Junior School
Primary · 792m away
The Ferrars Academy
Primary · 828m away
Downside Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Challney High School for Girls a selective school?
No. Challney High School for Girls is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Challney High School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Challney High School for Girls was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Challney High School for Girls?
Challney High School for Girls currently has 1,046 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Challney High School for Girls take?
Challney High School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 16. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Challney High School for Girls?
Challney High School for Girls is in Luton, LU4 9FJ, in the Luton local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Challney High School for Girls have a sixth form?
No, Challney High School for Girls does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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