Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
106%
Capacity
251
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Bramhall, it falls under Manchester 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 3220th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 122 in Manchester.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health 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 Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Floatshall Road, Manchester, Manchester, M23 1HP |
| Headteacher | Julia Bramhall |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 236 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3220th of 13,686
Nationally
457th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
104
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Floatshall Road, Manchester
Manchester, M23 1HP
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