St John's Church of England Academy
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St John's Church of England Academy
St John's Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Stevenson, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7380th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 80 in Coventry.
St John's Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 17 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Church of England Academy include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, St John's Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Winsford Avenue, Coventry, Coventry, CV5 9HZ |
| Headteacher | Laura Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7380th of 13,686
Nationally
732nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
28th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
61%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
59
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Winsford Avenue, Coventry
Coventry, CV5 9HZ
Journey to School
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