Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Conway, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% 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 27th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 12 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy include Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Broomfield Avenue, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8UL |
| Headteacher | Paul Conway |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
27th of 13,686
Nationally
4th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
100%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broomfield Avenue, Northallerton
North Yorkshire, DL7 8UL
Broomfield Avenue, Northallerton
North Yorkshire, DL7 8UL
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