Sowe Valley Primary School
113%
Capacity
238
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Sowe Valley Primary School
Sowe Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sowe Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher E White, it falls under Coventry 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 10849th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 69th out of 80 in Coventry.
Sowe Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Sowe Valley Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Sowe Valley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Princethorpe Way, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 2QX |
| Headteacher | E White |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.6% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 210 (113% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10849th of 13,686
Nationally
1125th of 1,378
In West Midlands
69th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sowe Valley Primary School
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Contact Information
Princethorpe Way, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 2QX
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