St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
79%
Capacity
333
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 333 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vivien McDonald, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8145th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 80 in Coventry.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 23 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Augustine's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, St Augustine's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Heathcote Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 3BL |
| Headteacher | Vivien McDonald |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 333 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 333 / 420 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8145th of 13,686
Nationally
814th of 1,378
In West Midlands
38th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
59%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed23
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Heathcote Street, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 3BL
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