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Sidney Stringer Primary Academy

Sidney Stringer Primary Academy

Coventry, CV1 5GUPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

421

Pupils

3.1x

Demand

About Sidney Stringer Primary Academy

Sidney Stringer Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).

the school is led by headteacher Emma McCann, it falls under Coventry local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5855th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 80 in Coventry.

Sidney Stringer Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 59 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Sidney Stringer Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Rounders, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Sidney Stringer 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressBath Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV1 5GU
HeadteacherEmma McCann
Local AuthorityCoventry
Number of Pupils421
Free School Meals (FSM)45.8%
School Capacity421 / 420 (100% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

29 Feb 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next

Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)

5855th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

571st of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 50%

22nd of 80

In Coventry

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

66%

Expected Standard

5%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:80%
Higher:37%
Writing
Expected:73%
Higher:7%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:80%
Higher:31%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -8%

'22/23

74%

'23/24

66%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
ICT SuiteLibrarySensory RoomForest SchoolOutdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumArt Studios

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

TennisFootballRoundersNetball

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubGardeningFilm ClubCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

59

Applications

186

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

95 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sidney Stringer Primary Academy

Sidney Stringer Primary Academy has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

02476627405www.sidneystringerprimary.org.uk

Bath Street, Coventry

Coventry, CV1 5GU

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Bath Street, Coventry

Coventry, CV1 5GU

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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