St Francis Catholic Academy
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Francis Catholic Academy
St Francis Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Francis Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hubbard, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5134th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 25 in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
St Francis Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Francis Catholic Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, St Francis Catholic Academy 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Rye Piece Ringway, Bedworth, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 8JN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hubbard |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5134th of 13,686
Nationally
493rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 25
In Nuneaton and Bedworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Francis Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Rye Piece Ringway, Bedworth
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 8JN
Rye Piece Ringway, Bedworth
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 8JN
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