Southam St James CofE Academy
79%
Capacity
166
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Southam St James CofE Academy
Southam St James 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 166 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Southam St James CofE Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Laura Richards, 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 10871st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Southam St James CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 14 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Southam St James CofE Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (64 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 Southam St James CofE Academy include Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Southam St James 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 | Tollgate Road, Southam, Stratford-on-Avon, CV47 1EE |
| Headteacher | Laura Richards |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 166 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 166 / 210 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10871st of 13,686
Nationally
1132nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
40th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
43
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southam St James CofE Academy
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Contact Information
Tollgate Road, Southam
Stratford-on-Avon, CV47 1EE
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