Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Megan Nichol, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8594th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 126th out of 204 in Leeds.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 11 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health 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 Voluntary Academy include Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, a 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Eden Way, Leeds, Leeds, LS4 2TF |
| Headteacher | Megan Nichol |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.5% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8594th of 13,686
Nationally
912th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
126th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
57%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eden Way, Leeds
Leeds, LS4 2TF
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