Business Details
Trusted Catholic Primary Education in London
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School has been dedicated to providing exceptional education rooted in Catholic values since its establishment. With over 400 pupils and 60 staff members, we foster a nurturing environment where children develop academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual awareness. Our curriculum combines National Curriculum requirements with innovative teaching methods, including phonics-based literacy instruction and mastery-level mathematics. Through partnerships with parents and the local community, we cultivate a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and high expectations for both behaviour and achievement.Our school consistently achieves outstanding results, with 83% of pupils meeting expected standards in key stage 2 assessments. We offer extensive extracurricular opportunities, from science workshops to cultural trips, ensuring a well-rounded education that prepares children for future challenges. Our safeguarding practices meet rigorous national standards, with a dedicated team trained in child protection and online safety. The school's commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our recent OFSTED report and ongoing staff development programs.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Clubs
Parent Partnerships
Safeguarding Services
Highlights and features
- We achieve 83% expected standard attainment in KS2 assessments
- Our phonics screening results exceed national averages by 11%
- We provide specialist safeguarding training for all staff members
- Our curriculum integrates hands-on learning with cultural experiences
- We maintain strong parental partnerships through regular communication
What people say
Excellent results
Caring staff
Strong safeguarding
Engaging curriculum
Active parent involvement
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education program delivers a comprehensive curriculum aligned with National Curriculum standards while integrating Catholic values. We focus on developing core academic skills in literacy, mathematics, and science through engaging, child-centred approaches. Our experienced teachers use both structured lessons and creative learning experiences to nurture intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through our dedicated SENCO and experienced teaching assistants. Our inclusive approach ensures individual learning plans are implemented with appropriate resources and interventions. We work closely with parents and external specialists to create supportive learning environments that help every child achieve their potential.
After School Clubs
Our after-school clubs offer diverse enrichment opportunities including sports, arts, and academic support. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom while developing social skills and personal interests. The clubs operate daily until 17:30, providing flexible childcare options for working families while maintaining educational value.
Parent Partnerships
We actively cultivate strong parent-school partnerships through regular communication and collaborative events. Our approach includes curriculum workshops, family learning sessions, and open dialogue with teaching staff. This partnership model enhances children's educational experiences and ensures consistent support between home and school environments.
Safeguarding Services
Our comprehensive safeguarding framework meets all statutory requirements with trained professionals available throughout the school day. We implement preventative measures, conduct regular staff training, and maintain clear reporting procedures. The designated safeguarding team works closely with external agencies to ensure children's welfare remains our top priority at all times.
People
Geraldine Porter
Headteacher
Geraldine Porter leads Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School with over 20 years of educational leadership experience. She champions Catholic values while maintaining rigorous academic standards. Her leadership focuses on staff development and pupil well-being.
Sandra Byrne
Deputy Headteacher
Sandra Byrne serves as Deputy Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead. With extensive child protection expertise, she ensures pupil safety while supporting curriculum development. She oversees staff training programs and safeguarding protocols.
Chandni Vyas
SENCO
Chandni Vyas leads special educational needs provision with specialist knowledge of inclusive education. She develops individual learning plans and coordinates support services. Her expertise ensures effective interventions for children with diverse learning needs.
Questions
What makes Sacred Heart's education unique?
Our Catholic values integrate with academic excellence, creating a nurturing environment where children develop both spiritually and intellectually through tailored learning approaches.
How do you support children with special needs?
We provide individualised learning plans with dedicated SENCO support, experienced teaching assistants, and specialist resources to ensure every child achieves their potential.
What are your safeguarding procedures?
We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards with trained professionals, regular staff training, and clear reporting channels working closely with external child protection agencies.
How do you involve parents in education?
We foster active partnerships through regular communication, curriculum workshops, and family learning events that enhance home-school collaboration.
What extracurricular activities do you offer?
Our after-school clubs provide diverse enrichment opportunities in sports, arts, and academic support until 17:30 daily with qualified supervision.
How do you prepare children for secondary school?
We focus on developing independent learning skills and core academic competencies while maintaining strong transition partnerships with local secondary schools.
