St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School
91%
Capacity
191
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School
St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Ray, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12712th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 23 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Pepper Street, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6QJ |
| Headteacher | Sam Ray |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.9% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12712th of 13,686
Nationally
1305th of 1,378
In West Midlands
33rd of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Luke's CofE (C) Primary School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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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
Pepper Street, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6QJ
Pepper Street, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6QJ
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