Arley Primary Academy
68%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Arley Primary Academy
Arley Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Warwickshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arley Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Parkes, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
Arley Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 29 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arley Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Warwickshire, Arley Primary Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gun Hill, Coventry, North Warwickshire, CV7 8HB |
| Headteacher | Kate Parkes |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 315 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gun Hill, Coventry
North Warwickshire, CV7 8HB
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