Long Itchington CofE Academy
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Long Itchington CofE Academy
Long Itchington CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Long Itchington CofE Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Richards, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12297th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Long Itchington CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Long Itchington CofE Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Long Itchington CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stockton Road, Southam, Stratford-on-Avon, CV47 9QP |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Richards |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12297th of 13,686
Nationally
1266th of 1,378
In West Midlands
48th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
7%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stockton Road, Southam
Stratford-on-Avon, CV47 9QP
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