Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Liverpool, L7 8TQ · Liverpool · primary school
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31st of 104 primary schools in Liverpool we can score, 114 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.6/10 against 2,024 of them, against 6.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Recorder, Choir, STEM, Phonics, Crafts, and Beatbox clubs, as well as Multi-Skills, Tag Rugby, Football, and Basketball. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 235 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the STEM club?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged it good for overall effectiveness. The report describes a caring, diverse community where pupils are proud of their heritage and behave very well. Leaders have prioritised early reading and curriculum design, ensuring pupils achieve well and leave ready for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils display "positive attitudes to learning" and take pride in their work, with "exemplary" behaviour around the school.
- The school has "prioritised the teaching of early reading," with a swift phonics programme and strong support for pupils learning English.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs "identified swiftly" and learn successfully alongside peers.
- Personal development is promoted well, with pupils showing an "exceptional understanding of fundamental British values and equality."
- Governors are "ambitious for its pupils" and effectively challenge and support the school to maintain educational standards.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, some pupils develop misconceptions because "not enough consideration has gone into how staff teach some of the key knowledge."
- The school should ensure staff receive support to help pupils "understand and remember key information well" to hinder less achievement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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