Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
URN: 115146 • Southend-on-Sea SS1 2RF
Overview
- Name
- Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
- URN
- 115146
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sally Nutman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Windermere Road, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2RF
Summary
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery, located in Southend-on-Sea, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 333 pupils. The school operates under the Assisi Catholic Trust and is committed to fostering a strong Catholic ethos, integrating faith and education in its daily activities. The school’s mission emphasizes the development of the whole child, promoting spiritual, moral, and academic growth.
The curriculum at Sacred Heart is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all pupils are engaged and challenged. The school places a strong emphasis on attainment, with regular assessments to monitor progress and tailor support for individual needs. Additionally, the school offers resources for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring inclusive practices are in place.
With a current free school meal percentage of 12.90%, Sacred Heart is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The school day is structured to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for future educational challenges. Regular communication with parents and community involvement are key components of the school’s approach.
The curriculum at Sacred Heart is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all pupils are engaged and challenged. The school places a strong emphasis on attainment, with regular assessments to monitor progress and tailor support for individual needs. Additionally, the school offers resources for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring inclusive practices are in place.
With a current free school meal percentage of 12.90%, Sacred Heart is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The school day is structured to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for future educational challenges. Regular communication with parents and community involvement are key components of the school’s approach.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bournes Green Junior School (73.6)
- Bournes Green Infant School (70.2)
- Temple Sutton Primary School (67.1)
- Great Wakering Primary School (64.4)
- St George's Catholic Primary School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 333
- Pupils
- 333
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- 12.90
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-04-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-03-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 333 | 169 | 164 | 333 | 12.90 |
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