The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
59%
Capacity
124
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 124 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Rhodes, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 2009th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 153 in Bradford.
The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 11 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Valley Drive, Ilkley, Bradford, LS29 8NL |
| Headteacher | Amanda Rhodes |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 124 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 124 / 210 (59% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2009th of 13,686
Nationally
192nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
16th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
78%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
37
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Valley Drive, Ilkley
Bradford, LS29 8NL
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