Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Eaton, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8935th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 35 in Wyre.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 18 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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, Thornton Cleveleys include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys, Wyre, FY5 4HL |
| Headteacher | Paul Eaton |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8935th of 13,686
Nationally
1272nd of 2,065
In North West
29th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
57%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
57
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys
Wyre, FY5 4HL
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