Holy Family Catholic Primary School
107%
Capacity
449
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Grainne Griffiths, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 80 in Coventry.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 128 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 24 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Holy Family Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Holy Family Catholic Primary, Penny Park Lane, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 2GU |
| Headteacher | Grainne Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6538th of 13,686
Nationally
637th of 1,378
In West Midlands
25th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities 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
128
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holy Family Catholic Primary, Penny Park Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 2GU
Holy Family Catholic Primary, Penny Park Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 2GU
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