Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Henley-on-Thames
Henley-on-Thames, RG9 1SL · Oxfordshire · primary school
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223rd of 230 primary schools in Oxfordshire we can score, 244 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 the 3,597 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5/10 among them, against 2.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
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, Henley-on-Thames overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in December 2025 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 108 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard? How does the new Ofsted framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Henley-on-Thames
Overview
The report describes a school where "most pupils achieve well" and are "ready for the next stage of their education." Leaders have established a "happy and inclusive" environment with "strong relationships" between staff and pupils, ensuring that bullying is rare and pupils feel safe.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and well sequenced," designed to "reduce barriers to learning" and support mixed-age classes effectively.
- Pupils "behave well" with "positive attitudes towards their learning," contributing to a "calm and purposeful" atmosphere.
- Staff form "trusting relationships" with pupils, helping them to "belong and thrive" and access help when needed.
- Leaders promote a culture where "diversity is celebrated," and pupils develop confidence in discussing differences and fundamental British values.
- The governing body "fulfils its statutory duties" and "challenges leaders effectively" to ensure high-quality educational experiences.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure their attendance strategy continues to raise rates for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are disadvantaged.
- Leaders should strengthen staff expertise to ensure teaching "consistently closes gaps in foundational knowledge" for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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