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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governors' Zone (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Newsletter 10/10/2025 (download)
- Newsletter 03/10/2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Calculation Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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