Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
86%
Capacity
180
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Parker, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12042nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 20 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn 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 | Lynwood Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6HQ |
| Headteacher | Michael Parker |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 210 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12042nd of 13,686
Nationally
1777th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
43%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 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 Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
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Contact Information
Lynwood Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6HQ
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