St Luke's CofE Primary School
London, EC1V 3SJ · Islington · primary school
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30th of 38 primary schools in Islington we can score, 39 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 — 4.7/10 against 948 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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 CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access tennis, badminton, handball, tag rugby, football, basketball, netball, cricket, dance, swimming, and the National Cycling Proficiency scheme. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 pupils against a stated capacity of 241. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who are not yet meeting expectations in reading or maths?
What Ofsted said about St Luke's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Luke’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "caring and welcoming" environment where pupils are "happy and safe." Leaders have established a well-arranged curriculum with "ambitious endpoints" that prepares pupils effectively for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well arranged" and ensures pupils build on prior knowledge, leading to "strong outcomes" at the end of each key stage.
- Teachers present information clearly, breaking learning into "small steps" which supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring staff are "experts in teaching phonics" and providing timely support so pupils who fall behind "soon catch up."
- Pupils demonstrate a "great love of reading" and benefit from a wide variety of enrichment activities, including visits to museums and meetings with professionals.
- Behaviour is "calm and purposeful," with staff managing it consistently to ensure lessons continue without interruption.
Areas to improve
- Teachers should routinely check that pupils have secured necessary knowledge to understand new ideas, addressing any "gaps or misconceptions" to ensure readiness for future content.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being "vigilant" and effective at identifying signs of risk, while working well with external agencies to provide prompt support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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