Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
71%
Capacity
171
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brenda Green, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% 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 2969th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 23 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health 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 Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, 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 | St Mark's Road, Teddington, Richmond upon Thames, TW11 9DD |
| Headteacher | Brenda Green |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 240 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2969th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
74%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
73
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Mark's Road, Teddington
Richmond upon Thames, TW11 9DD
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