Spon Gate Primary School
112%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Spon Gate Primary School
Spon Gate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Spon Gate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Wingrove, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13509th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 80th out of 80 in Coventry.
Spon Gate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Spon Gate Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Spon Gate 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Upper Spon Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV1 3BQ |
| Headteacher | Jamie Wingrove |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.7% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13509th of 13,686
Nationally
1365th of 1,378
In West Midlands
80th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
15%
'23/24
22%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Spon Street, Coventry
Coventry, CV1 3BQ
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