Keresley Newland Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Keresley Newland Primary Academy
Keresley Newland Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Keresley Newland Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Penlington, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10636th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 25 in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
Keresley Newland Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 26 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Keresley Newland Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Keresley Newland Primary Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Grove Lane, Coventry, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV7 8JZ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Penlington |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10636th of 13,686
Nationally
1110th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 25
In Nuneaton and Bedworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grove Lane, Coventry
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV7 8JZ
Journey to School
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