St Luke's Primary School
90%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Luke's Primary School
St Luke's Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Christian primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Luke's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Hipperson, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 323rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 61 in Newham.
St Luke's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
St Luke's Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 16 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke's Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, St Luke's Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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/Christian |
| Address | Ruscoe Road, West Ham, London, Newham, E16 1JB |
| Headteacher | Matthew Hipperson |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.5% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 240 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
323rd of 13,686
Nationally
73rd of 1,592
In London
5th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
56 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% 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
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ruscoe Road, West Ham, London
Newham, E16 1JB
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