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Stoke Primary School

Stoke Primary School

Coventry, CV2 4LFPrimary School·Ages 3-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

103%

Capacity

452

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Stoke Primary School

Stoke Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Coventry community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 440 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Stoke Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Ascroft, 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 7327th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 80 in Coventry.

Stoke Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 57 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Stoke Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Stoke 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBriton Road, Coventry, Coventry, CV2 4LF
HeadteacherMatthew Ascroft
Local AuthorityCoventry
Number of Pupils452
Free School Meals (FSM)28.0%
School Capacity452 / 440 (103% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

27 Feb 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)

7327th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 54%

726th of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 53%

27th of 80

In Coventry

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

61%

Expected Standard

2%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:71%
Higher:29%
Writing
Expected:69%
Higher:2%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:79%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +13%

'22/23

48%

'23/24

61%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyMulti-Sensory

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Forest SchoolSports HallGymnasiumPlaying FieldsArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

FootballCricketDanceSwimmingGymnasticsAthleticsNetball

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubDramaChoirFilm ClubArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

57

Applications

118

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

53 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Stoke Primary School

Stoke Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

02476451724www.stoke.coventry.sch.uk

Briton Road, Coventry

Coventry, CV2 4LF

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Briton Road, Coventry

Coventry, CV2 4LF

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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