Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

A good academy converter school in Wakefield. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School.

Pontefract, WF94LJ Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 50.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
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
2 November 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Highfield Road
Hemsworth
Pontefract, WF94LJ
Phone
1977625354
Website
sacredheart.bkcat.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138941
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Highfield Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract, WF9 4LJ
Website
http://www.sacredheart.bkcat.co.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
175 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Leeds (rc)
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
121
Free School Meals
33.1% (40 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
6.6% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
50.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
99.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 104.0
2023 101.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
15
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
121 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Christ is our Example"

Environment Leadership Aspirations Resilience Service Diversity Democracy Rule of law Individual liberty Mutual respect Tolerance

The school emphasises a strong Catholic faith; Our Catholic Life underpins daily life and is linked to the BKCAT Trust. The school aims to prepare children with Gospel values and to foster prayer and worship as part of school life, with ‘Christ is our Example’ guiding behaviour and learning.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Jenna Thompson describing the school as a welcoming, values‑driven Catholic primary with high standards and a commitment to supporting the diverse community.

Facilities

calming learning environments fantastic facilities

Curriculum Highlights

Early Years Phonics and Early Reading Progression in Reading Music PE Religious Education RSHE Starbooks

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

The school offers nurture and pastoral support including Circle Time, Lego Therapy, Art Therapy, 1-1 Nurture Support and Animal Therapy; KS2 students use the Bee You Journal as part of a wellbeing programme; staff have training on trauma-informed approaches and there are strong links with families to support pupils.

Admissions Criteria

Open admissions via Wakefield Council; online application for a full-time place; completion of Supplementary Information Form; admissions policy available; information on reception admissions and in-year applications; appeals process described on the admissions pages.

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