SACRED HEART CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Merton, New Malden

Education Centre Information: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Merton
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Archdiocese of Southwark
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 455
Number of boys: 224
Number of girls: 232
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school is a voluntary aided primary school for Catholic children and is the parish for Sacred Heart parish in Wimbledon. The school's after-school activities include; French, rainbows, brownies, guides, beavers, clubs and dance. The school offers subjects and activities in religious education, English, mathematics, science, information and communication technology (ICT), humanities, art, music, physical education, design technology, Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE). The school has a library. A substantial amount of funding for the upkeep of the school is donated by regular churchgoers in these parishes through their regular weekly contributions at Mass. The school aims to provide a place of welcome where each individual is valued and respected for his/her unique individuality in a happy and secure environment. The school encourages children to become independent learners able to have informed opinions, to foster an understanding and appreciation of prayer, worship and liturgy within its own faith and that of others.