St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
351
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School
St Mary and St Benedict 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 351 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 354 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pauline MacDonald, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8498th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 80 in Coventry.
St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 45 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, St Mary and St Benedict 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 | Leigh Street, Coventry, Coventry, CV1 5HG |
| Headteacher | Pauline MacDonald |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 351 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 351 / 354 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8498th of 13,686
Nationally
851st of 1,378
In West Midlands
43rd of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
58%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Leigh Street, Coventry
Coventry, CV1 5HG
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