Good Shepherd Catholic School
115%
Capacity
242
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Good Shepherd Catholic School
Good Shepherd Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Good Shepherd Catholic School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Kirby, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7827th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 80 in Coventry.
Good Shepherd Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Good Shepherd Catholic School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Good Shepherd Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Spring Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 7FN |
| Headteacher | Michael Kirby |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7827th of 13,686
Nationally
784th of 1,378
In West Midlands
36th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Good Shepherd Catholic School
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Contact Information
Spring Road, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 7FN
Journey to School
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