St Luke's CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
94
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Luke's CofE Primary School
St Luke's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated St Luke's CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Barnes, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1184th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 26 in Cambridge.
St Luke's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 7 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
St Luke's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke's CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, St Luke's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Frenchs Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB4 3JZ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Barnes |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 105 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1184th of 13,686
Nationally
115th of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% 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 Primary School
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Contact Information
Frenchs Road, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB4 3JZ
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