Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School
Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Martin Johnson, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1721st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 87 in Bolton.
Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 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 R.C. Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School 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 | Central Drive, Bolton, Bolton, BL5 3DU |
| Headteacher | Martin Johnson |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1721st of 13,686
Nationally
216th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
79%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Central Drive, Bolton
Bolton, BL5 3DU
Journey to School
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