Sshh… There’s a Secret Hidden Gem in Islington…

Tucked away just off City Road, St Luke’s Church of England Primary School is one of Islington’s best-kept secrets—a place where curious minds, kind hearts, and big dreams come to life.

Step through our gates, and you’ll find a school like no other: a vibrant, diverse, and ambitious community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires.

We’re not just a school; we’re a family. Here, children don’t just learn—they flourish. They ask big questions, take creative risks, and grow into confident, compassionate individuals. Whether they’re exploring philosophy with our Philosophy for Children advocate Harriet, belting out tunes with our choir leader Nick Jones, getting their hands dirty with Sophia in Naturehood, or dancing their way through the curriculum with our Creative Learning Specialist ‘Swoosh’, every child finds their own unique way to shine.

At St Luke’s, we live out L.I.F.E. – Love, Inclusion, Flourishing, and Empowerment. These aren’t just words on a page; they’re who we are and how we live. Inspired by The Good Samaritan, we strive to be kind, courageous, and inclusive, ensuring that everyone belongs. Our school is a place where:

💛 Love is at the heart of everything we do – we love learning, love one another, and love making a difference.
🌍 Inclusion is our strength – no one is left out or left behind.
🌱 Flourishing is our goal – every child is nurtured to reach their full potential.
💡 Empowerment is our mission – we equip children to lead, serve, and inspire.

We believe that education should be joyful, meaningful, and rooted in real experiences. That’s why we use Islington, London, and the world itself as our classroom—drawing inspiration from different countries, cultures, and faiths.

At St Luke’s, we set high expectations for academic success because every child deserves the best opportunities. Our rigorous, broad, and engaging curriculum ensures that pupils leave us with a strong foundation in knowledge, skills, and character—ready to thrive in the next stage of their education and beyond.

We don’t do this alone. We are proud to work in partnership with parents and carers, our local churches, and our federation with Moreland Primary School, a two-form community school. This federation unites us under one governing body, fostering collaboration, innovation, and the sharing of expertise between our schools. It allows us to blend the best of Church school values with the strengths of a dynamic, inclusive community school, ensuring that every child in our care benefits from the highest quality education and pastoral support.

So, what are you waiting for? Come and see us for yourself! I lead tours every Wednesday at 9:15 am, and I would love to welcome you to our community.

Tom O'Donnell
Headteacher, NPQH