St James' CofE Academy
87%
Capacity
209
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St James' CofE Academy
St James' CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St James' CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Cook, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9890th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 25 in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' CofE Academy include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, St James' CofE 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Barbridge Road, Bedworth, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 9PF |
| Headteacher | Jane Cook |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 240 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9890th of 13,686
Nationally
1012th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 25
In Nuneaton and Bedworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
4%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' CofE Academy
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Contact Information
Barbridge Road, Bedworth
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 9PF
Journey to School
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