St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
68%
Capacity
287
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
St Thomas More 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 287 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas More Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Staines, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3519th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 80 in Coventry.
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, St Thomas More 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 | Knoll Drive, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 5DE |
| Headteacher | Clare Staines |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 420 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3519th of 13,686
Nationally
342nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
72%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Knoll Drive, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 5DE
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