Cannon Park Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Cannon Park Primary School
Cannon Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Cannon Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Ray, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2484th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 80 in Coventry.
Cannon Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Cannon Park Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 15 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cannon Park Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Cannon Park Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bransford Avenue, Coventry, Coventry, CV4 7PS |
| Headteacher | Tom Ray |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2484th of 13,686
Nationally
246th of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cannon Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Bransford Avenue, Coventry
Coventry, CV4 7PS
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