Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

URN: 138941 • Pontefract WF9 4LJ

Overview

Name
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
URN
138941
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jenna Thompson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977625354
Website
Visit
Address
Highfield Road, Pontefract WF9 4LJ

Summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in Pontefract, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 126 pupils and a capacity of 175. The school is committed to fostering a strong Catholic ethos, ensuring that every child feels loved and safe. The core values of respect, service, perseverance, excellence, communication, and trust are integral to the school's culture, promoting a sense of community and responsible citizenship among students.

The tailored curriculum at Sacred Heart is designed to encourage high standards and a love of learning, helping children develop into independent and thoughtful members of society. The dedicated staff work to create engaging and memorable learning experiences that support the holistic development of each child, preparing them for future challenges.

In addition to academic support, the school actively engages with local resources to promote the well-being of its students and their families. Initiatives such as the Happy Healthy Holidays programme provide enriching activities and healthy meals for children during school breaks, reflecting the school's commitment to community support and inclusivity.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
175
Pupils
126
Boys
68
Girls
58
FSM %
34.90
Open date
2012-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 126 68 58 175 34.90
2024-09-11 121 67 54 175 33.10
2023-09-11 128 79 49 175 28.90
2022-09-11 128 79 49 175 28.90
2021-09-11 138 88 50 175 27.50
2020-09-11 132 77 55 175 18.90

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