Stretton Church of England Academy
101%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Stretton Church of England Academy
Stretton 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 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Stretton Church of England Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Roberta Mainwaring, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12604th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 74th out of 80 in Coventry.
Stretton Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 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 Stretton Church of England Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Stretton 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 | Stretton Avenue, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 3AE |
| Headteacher | Roberta Mainwaring |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12604th of 13,686
Nationally
1298th of 1,378
In West Midlands
74th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
39%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stretton Church of England Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Stretton Avenue, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 3AE
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