Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School
110%
Capacity
230
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of the Assumption 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 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Askew, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11766th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 80 in Coventry.
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 70% recommending the school (30 responses).
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 Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Our Lady of the Assumption 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 | Hawthorn Lane, Coventry, Coventry, CV4 9LB |
| Headteacher | Rachel Askew |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11766th of 13,686
Nationally
1222nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
71st of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Hawthorn Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV4 9LB
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