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Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Pendle, BB8 7JRPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

N/A

Capacity

218

Pupils

3.3x

Demand

About Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll.

Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Stinchon, it falls under Lancashire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1300th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 33 in Pendle.

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (30 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressRed Lane, Colne, Pendle, BB8 7JR
HeadteacherLisa Stinchon
Local AuthorityLancashire
Number of Pupils218
Free School Meals (FSM)10.6%

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

4 Jun 2025
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (4 Jun 2025): Standards maintained

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 28 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)

1300th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 10%

160th of 2,065

In North West

Top 10%

2nd of 33

In Pendle

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

81%

Expected Standard

9%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:81%
Higher:34%
Writing
Expected:88%
Higher:28%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:88%
Higher:34%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +12%

'22/23

69%

'23/24

81%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

30 responses

Would Recommend This School

97%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
6%
Concerns dealt with
60%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at schoolFeels safeWell behaved pupilsHigh expectationsChild does wellProgress updatesSubject rangeClubs & activitiesPersonal development

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
ICT SuiteMusic RoomsGymnasiumDining HallSports HallPlaying FieldsSensory RoomLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

SwimmingCricketDanceRounders

Clubs & Activities

GardeningScience ClubCodingDramaChoirEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

99

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

41 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01282864362www.sacredheartschoolcolne.co.uk/

Red Lane, Colne

Pendle, BB8 7JR

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Red Lane, Colne

Pendle, BB8 7JR

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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