Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

URN: 119510 • Blackburn BB2 6HQ

Overview

Name
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
URN
119510
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Parker (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0125454851
Website
Visit
Address
Lynwood Road, Blackburn BB2 6HQ

Summary

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Blackburn, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 180 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where children are valued for their unique qualities and talents. Guided by a mission statement that emphasizes faith, hope, and charity, the school fosters a community spirit where every child is encouraged to strive for excellence.

The curriculum at Sacred Heart is designed to offer a wide range of opportunities and experiences, ensuring that each child can reach their full potential. The school employs ten teachers and 24 support staff, including roles in administration, welfare, and kitchen services, to create a supportive learning environment.

With a significant percentage of pupils (23.90%) eligible for free school meals, Sacred Heart is committed to inclusivity and support for all families. The school encourages parental engagement and provides regular updates to keep families informed about their children's progress and school activities. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
180
Boys
82
Girls
98
FSM %
23.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 180 82 98 210 23.90
2024-09-11 187 90 97 210 27.30
2023-09-11 171 82 89 210 23.40
2022-09-11 171 82 89 210 23.40
2021-09-11 164 77 87 210 18.30
2020-09-11 169 90 79 210 18.30

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