Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
98%
Capacity
176
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 176 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley "Good", the school is led by headteacher B Broderick, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2241st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 46 in Chorley.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 11 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Brooke Street, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 0LB |
| Headteacher | B Broderick |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 180 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2241st of 13,686
Nationally
307th of 2,065
In North West
11th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
77%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
38
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% 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, Chorley
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Contact Information
Brooke Street, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 0LB
Brooke Street, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 0LB
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