Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
99%
Capacity
238
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joy McCallum, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4778th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 20 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 and Nursery include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the North West 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 | Hall Lane, Liverpool, Liverpool, L7 8TQ |
| Headteacher | Joy McCallum |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.2% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 240 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4778th of 13,686
Nationally
691st of 2,065
In North West
27th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Hall Lane, Liverpool
Liverpool, L7 8TQ
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