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St Luke's Catholic Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Luke's Catholic Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Harlow, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 239 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

239

Pupils

210

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Luke's Catholic Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Luke's Catholic Academy is managed by Essex and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 239 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Luke's Catholic Academy — School Information

Full address
Pyenest Road, Harlow, CM19 4LU
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
14.6% of pupils
DfE URN
139577

Other Primary Schools in Harlow

If St Luke's Catholic Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harlow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Luke's Catholic Academy

Is St Luke's Catholic Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Luke's Catholic Academy currently has 239 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Luke's Catholic Academy?

St Luke's Catholic Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Essex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Luke's Catholic Academy cover?

St Luke's Catholic Academy is a primary school in Harlow, Essex, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Luke's Catholic Academy?

St Luke's Catholic Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.