Sacred Heart RC Primary School
83%
Capacity
174
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sacred Heart RC Primary School
Sacred Heart RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian McDermott, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6446th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 98 in Wigan.
Sacred Heart RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart RC Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Sacred Heart RC 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 | Lodge Lane, Atherton, Manchester, Wigan, M46 9BN |
| Headteacher | Ian McDermott |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.0% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6446th of 13,686
Nationally
924th of 2,065
In North West
54th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
64%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Lodge Lane, Atherton, Manchester
Wigan, M46 9BN
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