The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
91%
Capacity
218
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anne-Marie Bell, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9720th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 32 in Gedling.
The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 22 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Southcliffe Road, Nottingham, Gedling, NG4 1EQ |
| Headteacher | Anne-Marie Bell |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 240 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9720th of 13,686
Nationally
922nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
28th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
74
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Southcliffe Road, Nottingham
Gedling, NG4 1EQ
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