Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
88%
Capacity
360
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 360 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 411 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Norville, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4986th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 42 in Merton.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 57 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School 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 | Burlington Road, New Malden, Merton, KT3 4ND |
| Headteacher | Sarah Norville |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 360 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 360 / 411 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4986th of 13,686
Nationally
907th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
68%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% 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
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Contact Information
Burlington Road, New Malden
Merton, KT3 4ND
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