Frederick Bird Academy
104%
Capacity
870
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Frederick Bird Academy
Frederick Bird Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 870 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Frederick Bird Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Porter, it falls under Coventry local authority.
Frederick Bird Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 90 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frederick Bird Academy include Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Frederick Bird 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 | Swan Lane, Coventry, Coventry, CV2 4QQ |
| Headteacher | Michelle Porter |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 870 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.4% |
| School Capacity | 870 / 840 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2023. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Swan Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV2 4QQ
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