St Matthew's Primary School
100%
Capacity
898
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Matthew's Primary School
St Matthew's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 898 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 900 places).
Ofsted has rated St Matthew's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Thomas, it falls under Luton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7782nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 37 in Luton.
St Matthew's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 233 applications for 120 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 157 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Matthew's Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Luton, St Matthew's 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Wenlock Street, Luton, Luton, LU2 0NJ |
| Headteacher | Jane Thomas |
| Local Authority | Luton |
| Number of Pupils | 898 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.2% |
| School Capacity | 898 / 900 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7782nd of 13,686
Nationally
839th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 37
In Luton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
233
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
157 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Matthew's Primary School
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Contact Information
Wenlock Street, Luton
Luton, LU2 0NJ
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