Sacred Heart Catholic School
88%
Capacity
184
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Brodie, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9949th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 200th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 12 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Sacred Heart Catholic School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Earlsbury Gardens, Birmingham, Birmingham, B20 3AE |
| Headteacher | Natalie Brodie |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.5% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9949th of 13,686
Nationally
1018th of 1,378
In West Midlands
200th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
53%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart Catholic School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Earlsbury Gardens, Birmingham
Birmingham, B20 3AE
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