Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

A good voluntary aided school school in Islington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School.

London, N78JN Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
41.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 49.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 March 2013
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
68 Georges Road
Holloway
London, N78JN
Phone
2076073407
Website
sacredheart.islington.sch.uk/

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
100437
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
68 Georges Road, Holloway, London, N7 8JN
Website
http://www.sacredheart.islington.sch.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
482 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Archdiocese of Westminster
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
434
Free School Meals
52.3% (227 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
6.0% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
49.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 103.0
2023 106.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
48
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
434 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.5 per year)

Down -2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"To go forward together in Christ, to respect our neighbour, and to always give our best."

Ready Respectful Safe Hunger to Achieve Curiosity and Wonder Community Unity The Power of Me Being Safe and Responsible The Learning Ladder

As Catholic educators, we embed the teachings of the Gospel to inspire pupils to achieve their best. Jesus Christ is at the centre of our school life, guiding us with His example of love, kindness, and service. We welcome families of all faiths and none, united by a shared commitment to excellence, respect, and the joy of learning.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery. We are dedicated to nurturing the academic and spiritual development of every child; our mission is to go forward together in Christ, to respect our neighbour, and to always give our best.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

After School Club Breakfast Club Enrichment Clubs

Facilities

Two-form entry school for children aged 3 to 11, based across two sites. Saint Margaret Mary Annexe, which we share with our parish Community Centre. The Saint Margaret Mary Annexe site also houses our library.

Curriculum Highlights

National Curriculum Statutory Requirements Curriculum Intent Curriculum Map 2024-2025 Progression of Skills Religious Education English Maths Phonics Science Topic (Geography, History, Art and Design Technology) Computing PE Languages Music PSHE Early Years Foundation Stage Policy Assessment Curriculum Enrichment Activities

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

Place2Be provides emotional support to children in school; CAMHS provides mental health support; There are two Speech Therapists—one for Early Years and one for children aged over 5; Islington Local Offer, Centre 404 and other family support services are available through the school.

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