Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea
76%
Capacity
382
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 382 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jared Brading, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7902nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 39 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea is one of the options available in the London 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 | Este Road, London, Wandsworth, SW11 2TD |
| Headteacher | Jared Brading |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.3% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 504 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7902nd of 13,686
Nationally
1258th of 1,592
In London
41st of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Este Road, London
Wandsworth, SW11 2TD
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