Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School
London, N20 9JU · Barnet · primary school
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28th of 84 primary schools in Barnet we can score, 92 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 — 9.5/10 against 4,217 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
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 Roman Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 22.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. 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 (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Choir, Rocksteady, Coding, French, Spanish, and Chess. Sports options cover Netball, Football, Gymnastics, and Taekwondo, while arts activities include Irish Dancing and Dance. Trips visit The Globe Theatre, The Science Museum, The RAF Museum, Verulamium, and a tour around London. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 408 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
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club? How does the curriculum prepare pupils for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy their time at Sacred Heart, where staff maintain "warm and respectful" relationships and children feel safe. The school has moved significantly from its previous inadequate rating, with leaders demonstrating a "secure understanding" of effectiveness and implementing robust systems for improvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed" and "logically organised," allowing pupils to deepen their understanding and tackle complex learning.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with a strong focus on celebrating diversity, challenging stereotypes, and understanding different faiths.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring the "vast majority of pupils learn to read quickly" through a well-implemented phonics programme.
- Pupils have many opportunities to take on roles such as "playground pal" or peer mentor, fostering confidence and responsibility.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with a restructured team meeting weekly and rigorous recording systems in place.
Areas to improve
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and weaker readers is not consistent; books for struggling readers are not always matched to the sounds they know.
- In some subjects, teachers do not consistently check pupils’ understanding, meaning errors and misconceptions persist in work.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that leaders have addressed previous weaknesses and are now fully aware of their statutory responsibilities.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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