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Spon Gate Primary School

Spon Gate Primary School

Coventry, CV1 3BQPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressUpper Spon Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV1 3BQ
HeadteacherJamie Wingrove
Local AuthorityCoventry
Number of Pupils235
Free School Meals (FSM)55.7%
School Capacity235 / 210 (112% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

25 Apr 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 99%

1365th of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 99%

80th of 80

In Coventry

Top 100%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

22%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 101
Expected:50%
Higher:16%
Writing
Expected:40%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 98
Expected:38%
Higher:6%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +7%

'22/23

15%

'23/24

22%

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

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

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

Facilities

5
Art StudiosLibraryGymnasiumMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

SwimmingCricketDanceRoundersGymnasticsAthletics

Clubs & Activities

DramaGardeningChessEco ClubScience Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

27

Applications

58

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Spon Gate Primary School

Spon Gate Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02476226031www.spongate-coventry.org.uk

Upper Spon Street, Coventry

Coventry, CV1 3BQ

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Upper Spon Street, Coventry

Coventry, CV1 3BQ

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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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