John Gulson Primary School
99%
Capacity
482
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About John Gulson Primary School
John Gulson 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 482 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 489 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Gulson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Watson, 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 7975th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 80 in Coventry.
John Gulson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Gulson Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, John Gulson 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 | George Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV1 4HB |
| Headteacher | Victoria Watson |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 482 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 482 / 489 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7975th of 13,686
Nationally
798th of 1,378
In West Midlands
37th 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
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
George Street, Coventry
Coventry, CV1 4HB
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