Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
454
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 482 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Lane, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11048th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 39 in Islington.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 52 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 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, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, 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 | 68 Georges Road, London, Islington, N7 8JN |
| Headteacher | John Lane |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.9% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 482 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11048th of 13,686
Nationally
1482nd of 1,592
In London
36th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
49%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 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.
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Contact Information
68 Georges Road, London
Islington, N7 8JN
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