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Sacred Heart School

Co-ed

Learning in Love

Catholic
Pre-Nursery - Year 6 (Ages 2-11)
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Situated in Wadhurst, East Sussex, Sacred Heart School is an independent Catholic school for children in Key Stages 1 and 2. A member of the Independent Schools Association and the Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference, the school claims to focus on the quality of relationships and teaching within its community. Its grounds host various activities, including a range of clubs and an after-school provision known as Busy Bees. The school also provides Parent and Toddler mornings, fostering early connections with the local community in its rural village setting.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Love
Learn
Grow
Worship

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Last updated on 27 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-40.9%

Sacred Heart School's fees are 40.9% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-29.2%

Sacred Heart School's fees are 29.2% lower than the county average.

Based on 14 schools in East Sussex and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

Details

Founded:1938
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 39%/61% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 144 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:252878
Registered Company No.:0946255
Owner/Stakeholder: Arundel and Brighton Diocesan Trust (owner)
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
ABRSM
LAMDA
Bursaries offered: Yes
Families facing short-term financial hardship may apply for assistance from the school's restricted bursary fund. Furthermore, the local parish may provide aid to families who are active members of the Sacred Heart Church.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Judo
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Playing Fields
Lacrosse
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Textiles Studio
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
School Shop
Chapel

Contact Information

Address

Sacred Heart School, Mayfield Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6DQ

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General Enquiries

01892 783414

Admissions

Not available