Sacred Heart High School
London, W6 7DG · Hammersmith and Fulham · secondary school
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4th of 11 secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham we can score. 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 — 9.2/10 against 860 of them, against 8.9/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 63.2 · 85 | 30% | 2.55 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.78 · 93 | 25% | 2.33 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 56.2 · 87 | 10% | 0.87 |
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 High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 60.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.78 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. 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 (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023-12.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,113 pupils against a stated capacity of 793. 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
With the school operating 320 places above its stated capacity, how does this affect current class sizes and individual attention? How does the school support pupils in maintaining the high progress scores seen in recent data? What specific support structures are in place for girls transitioning into secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart High School
Overview
Sacred Heart High School continues to be an outstanding school, maintaining its high standards since the previous inspection. The report highlights a "harmonious atmosphere" where pupils are "thoughtful, curious and confident learners," supported by a "sophisticated well-structured curriculum." Leaders and staff are described as "highly ambitious," fostering an environment where pupils feel safe, respected, and well-prepared for their future.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "sophisticated" and "well-structured," with leaders carefully identifying "key building blocks of knowledge" to help pupils access complex ideas.
- Teachers provide "high-quality professional development" and explain content with "precision," ensuring pupils develop a "deep body of knowledge."
- Behaviour is "excellent," with pupils being "highly engaged" and "extremely responsive" to guidance, allowing lessons to proceed without disruption.
- The school’s "strong spiritual ethos" underpins exceptional personal development, including a "rich menu of extra-curricular activities" and effective support for reading.
- Leaders are "swift to identify and understand any barriers to learning," ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, access an ambitious curriculum.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 63.1 |
| 2024/25 | 60.9 |
| 2025/26 | 56.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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