Hollyfast Primary School
98%
Capacity
659
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hollyfast Primary School
Hollyfast 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 659 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 670 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hollyfast Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Watson, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5439th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 80 in Coventry.
Hollyfast Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 152 applications for 85 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
Hollyfast Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 10 parents).
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 Hollyfast Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Hollyfast 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 | Hollyfast Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 2AH |
| Headteacher | Gary Watson |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 659 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 659 / 670 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5439th of 13,686
Nationally
526th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed85
152
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hollyfast Road, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 2AH
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