St Luke's Primary School
99%
Capacity
625
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Luke's Primary School
St Luke's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 625 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated St Luke's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Wattam, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
St Luke's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 209 applications for 90 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
St Luke's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (249 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke's Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, St Luke's Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Queens Park Rise, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 9ZF |
| Headteacher | Simon Wattam |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 625 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 625 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5841st of 13,686
Nationally
821st of 2,034
In South East
14th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
249 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
209
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Luke's Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
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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
Queens Park Rise, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN2 9ZF
Journey to School
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