Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Allen, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12553rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 16 in Hastings.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings is one of the options available in the South 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Old London Road, Hastings, Hastings, TN35 5NA |
| Headteacher | Sue Allen |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12553rd of 13,686
Nationally
1864th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 16
In Hastings
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
39%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% 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, Hastings
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Contact Information
Old London Road, Hastings
Hastings, TN35 5NA
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