Grangehurst Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Grangehurst Primary School
Grangehurst 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 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Grangehurst Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Clews, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8671st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 80 in Coventry.
Grangehurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
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 Grangehurst Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Grangehurst 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 | Anderton Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 6JN |
| Headteacher | Darren Clews |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8671st of 13,686
Nationally
867th of 1,378
In West Midlands
46th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
57%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Anderton Road, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 6JN
Journey to School
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