Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool
81%
Capacity
357
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 357 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 439 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Palmer, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3129th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 26 in Hartlepool.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 36 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool is one of the options available in the North East 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 | Catholic |
| Address | Hart Lane, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS26 8NL |
| Headteacher | Amanda Palmer |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 357 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 357 / 439 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3129th of 13,686
Nationally
166th of 677
In North East
9th of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hart Lane, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS26 8NL
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