Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
163
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 163 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexandra Hudson-Crook, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9347th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 Voluntary Academy include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | St Peter's Avenue, Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, HX6 1BL |
| Headteacher | Alexandra Hudson-Crook |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 175 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9347th of 13,686
Nationally
998th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
47th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
55%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
St Peter's Avenue, Sowerby Bridge
Calderdale, HX6 1BL
Journey to School
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