Finham Primary School
112%
Capacity
472
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Finham Primary School
Finham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 472 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Finham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bracken, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1876th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 80 in Coventry.
Finham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 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 Finham Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Finham 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Green Lane, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 6EJ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bracken |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 472 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 472 / 420 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1876th of 13,686
Nationally
185th of 1,378
In West Midlands
3rd of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
78%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
175
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Green Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 6EJ
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