Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Coventry, CV2 4DW · Coventry · primary school
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1st of 82 primary schools in Coventry we can score, 85 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.9/10 against 4,185 of them, against 8.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
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 overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a futsal club, watch the production of Aladdin, and access both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are places allocated for new entrants given the current over-capacity status?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Overview
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is described as a place where "being kind is the most important thing" and "everybody matters." The report highlights a supportive community where pupils enjoy school, feel included, and benefit from high expectations and effective leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, interacting with "maturity and freedom" in calm classrooms.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils learning about mental health, neurodiversity, and civic responsibility through initiatives like the ‘Romero Child Offer’.
- The early years provision is "Outstanding," with staff building "kind and caring relationships" that help children feel secure and make an "exceptional start."
- Leaders are "dedicated" and provide effective support, ensuring the curriculum meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Most pupils learn to read fluently by the end of key stage 1, supported by daily interventions and rewards such as reading with the school dog.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure errors in spelling, punctuation, and handwriting are "consistently identified and addressed" to prevent repeated mistakes.
- Checks on learning in some subjects do not always identify pupils’ misconceptions and gaps in knowledge "quickly enough," hindering secure foundations for new learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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