St Luke's Church of England Primary School
87%
Capacity
386
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Luke's Church of England Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rochdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kimberley Farrall, it falls under Rochdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5105th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 52 in Rochdale.
St Luke's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 177 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
St Luke's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (77 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke's Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rochdale, St Luke's Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Queen's Park Road, Heywood, Rochdale, OL10 4XB |
| Headteacher | Kimberley Farrall |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 446 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5105th of 13,686
Nationally
744th of 2,065
In North West
17th of 52
In Rochdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
77 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
177
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Queen's Park Road, Heywood
Rochdale, OL10 4XB
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