Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Peterborough, PE3 9XD · Peterborough · primary school
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38th of 55 primary schools in Peterborough we can score, 61 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 4,263 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join netball, football and multi-sports clubs, or learn piano, violin or guitar. Year 4 pupils visit Flag Fen for a Mayor's Day Out trip. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is offered for pupils learning string instruments?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Overview
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described by the community as a supportive “family” where every member is valued. The inspection confirms that pupils are polite, feel safe, and benefit from high-quality support, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and well-structured, helping pupils develop a “deeper understanding” and retain knowledge through repeated themes.
- Staff provide “high-quality support” for pupils with SEND, ensuring they are identified early and become “independent learners.”
- There is a “strong focus” on communication and language in Reception, enabling pupils to read with “confidence and fluency.”
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development, understanding Catholic values, diversity, and “fundamental British values” such as democracy and tolerance.
- Leaders approach improvement with “determination,” prioritising staff training and maintaining a “supportive and caring community.”
Areas to improve
- In some subjects where curriculum documentation is new, teachers have not yet fully grasped the best ways to teach key knowledge, meaning some learning activities are “not well chosen” and pupils “do not learn as much as they could.”
- Leaders must ensure staff are “well trained to implement the curriculum in all subjects” and monitor this work effectively.
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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