The Canons C of E Primary School
97%
Capacity
612
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Canons C of E Primary School
The Canons C of E Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 612 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Michaela Fallon, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 25 in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
The Canons C of E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 172 applications for 84 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
The Canons C of E Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (185 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Canons C of E Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, The Canons C of E 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Derwent Road, Bedworth, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 8RT |
| Headteacher | Michaela Fallon |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 612 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 612 / 630 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2918th of 13,686
Nationally
290th of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 25
In Nuneaton and Bedworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
185 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed84
172
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Canons C of E Primary School
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Contact Information
Derwent Road, Bedworth
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 8RT
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