St John's Primary School and Nursery
84%
Capacity
265
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St John's Primary School and Nursery
St John's Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warwick community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Lee, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5749th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 33 in Warwick.
St John's Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Primary School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warwick, St John's Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Mortimer Road, Kenilworth, Warwick, CV8 1FS |
| Headteacher | Adam Lee |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.7% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 315 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5749th of 13,686
Nationally
555th of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 33
In Warwick
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
21%
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.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Mortimer Road, Kenilworth
Warwick, CV8 1FS
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