Howes Community Primary School
101%
Capacity
182
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Howes Community Primary School
Howes Community 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 182 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Howes Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Cook, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9670th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 80 in Coventry.
Howes Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 24 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Howes Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Howes Community 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 | Palermo Avenue, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 5EH |
| Headteacher | Zoe Cook |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 180 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9670th of 13,686
Nationally
989th of 1,378
In West Midlands
56th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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
Palermo Avenue, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 5EH
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