Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
72%
Capacity
126
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 126 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna Thompson, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10537th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 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 Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Highfield Road, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 4LJ |
| Headteacher | Jenna Thompson |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 126 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.9% |
| School Capacity | 126 / 175 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10537th of 13,686
Nationally
1124th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
76th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
50%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Highfield Road, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 4LJ
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