St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School
111%
Capacity
234
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School
St Elizabeth'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 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Doyle, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10155th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 80 in Coventry.
St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, St Elizabeth'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 | St Elizabeth's Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV6 5BX |
| Headteacher | Michael Doyle |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.8% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10155th of 13,686
Nationally
1050th of 1,378
In West Midlands
61st of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
52%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
St Elizabeth's Road, Coventry
Coventry, CV6 5BX
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