St Luke's Church of England School
London, NW3 7SU · Camden · primary school
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12th of 38 primary schools in Camden we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 10.0/10 against 2,328 of them, against 10.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 40.0 · 100 | 25% | 2.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Luke's Church of England School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 40.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (10.0 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Multisport, Mandarin, Gardening, Adventurers, Library, Tech, and Karate clubs, or the Choir. The school runs a breakfast club and an after-school club, and pupils visit PGL Osmington Bay.
Getting in
The published school roll is 97 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the breakfast club? How does the school prepare pupils for the PGL trip?
What Ofsted said about St Luke's Church of England School
Overview
St Luke’s Church of England School continues to be a good school, offering a "small and nurturing community" where pupils demonstrate "excellent behaviour" and positive attitudes. The curriculum is ambitious and broad, with strong foundations in early reading and mathematics, ensuring pupils are well prepared for their next educational stage.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and secure, with bullying being rare and staff dealing quickly with any incidents.
- The early reading curriculum is strong, with consistent phonics training ensuring all pupils learn to read "fluently and confidently."
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that builds cumulatively, such as in mathematics and geography, providing "secure foundations" for older pupils.
- Teachers use assessment effectively to identify and address errors swiftly, supporting pupils to "deepen their understanding."
- Staff are valued, with leaders considering their workload and well-being, and pupils enjoy enriching activities like choir and charity work.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the "most important knowledge that pupils need to learn has not been identified," limiting progression in understanding.
- Teachers do not consistently focus on key ideas in these specific subjects, requiring leaders to ensure key knowledge is clearly defined.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff and governors receiving appropriate training and leaders responding swiftly to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 94% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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