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Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church

Bradshaw Row, Church, Accrington, BB5 4HG

Voluntary aided school · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2023

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40% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church, Accrington

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

55.0%

Maths

75.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School

0.58 km away · Community school

Good

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

0.65 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Fairfield Nursery School

0.77 km away · Local authority nursery school

Good

Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School

0.81 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School

0.9 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church is a primary school in Accrington, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 18 responses), 72% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 199 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Bradshaw Row, Accrington, BB5 4HG | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2024 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Mar 2023 — Requires improvement
Nov 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Mar 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church

What is Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church's Ofsted rating?

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What do parents say about Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 18 responses): 72% of parents would recommend Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church.

What are Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church's latest exam results?

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church located?

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church is a primary school in Accrington, Lancashire (BB5 4HG).

How many pupils attend Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church?

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church has around 199 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church with other schools?

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