Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church
89%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 224 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Carolyn Mashiter, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13422nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (18 responses).
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 Roman Catholic Primary School, Church include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bradshaw Row, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 4HG |
| Headteacher | Carolyn Mashiter |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 224 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13422nd of 13,686
Nationally
2017th of 2,065
In North West
29th of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
26%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% 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, Church
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Contact Information
Bradshaw Row, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 4HG
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