Ravensdale Primary School
97%
Capacity
457
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Ravensdale Primary School
Ravensdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ravensdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Nurse, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2671st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 80 in Coventry.
Ravensdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 55 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 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, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravensdale Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Ravensdale 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ravensdale Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV2 5GQ |
| Headteacher | Jennie Nurse |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 472 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2671st of 13,686
Nationally
266th of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
75%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ravensdale Road, Coventry
Coventry, CV2 5GQ
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