Willenhall Community Primary School
110%
Capacity
464
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Willenhall Community Primary School
Willenhall Community 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 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willenhall Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Mclean, it falls under Coventry local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 28% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13348th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 80 in Coventry.
Willenhall Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 42 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
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 Willenhall Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Coventry, Willenhall Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | St James Lane, Coventry, Coventry, CV3 3DB |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Mclean |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.6% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (28%)
13348th of 13,686
Nationally
1353rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
79th of 80
In Coventry
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
28%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
28%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St James Lane, Coventry
Coventry, CV3 3DB
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