John Gulson Primary School
Coventry, CV1 4HB · Coventry · primary school
Check the area around this school
33rd of 82 primary schools in Coventry we can score, 85 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.7/10 against 1,804 of them, against 4.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
John Gulson Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Mental Health Champions, Pioneer Cadets, and Eco People clubs, or take part in swimming and gymnastics. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 496 pupils against a stated capacity of 489. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How are the Pioneer Cadets and Eco People clubs structured for different year groups?
What Ofsted said about John Gulson Primary School
Overview
John Gulson Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ personal development. The report describes a welcoming environment where pupils are ‘happy’, ‘polite’, and feel ‘safe’. The school places ‘inclusivity at the heart of everything it does’, fostering a strong sense of community and pride among its diverse pupil population.
Strengths
- Personal development is ‘exemplary’, with a strong curriculum that prepares pupils ‘extremely well for life in today’s world’.
- The curriculum is planned in a ‘logical sequence’ that helps pupils build on past knowledge, supported by ‘vibrant outdoor learning sessions’.
- Reading is ‘prioritised by the school’, with staff teaching phonics well and pupils learning to read with ‘increasing confidence, fluency and understanding’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive ‘strong support’ and are ‘quickly identified’ to meet their needs.
- Behaviour is ‘good’, with the school described as ‘calm and orderly’ where pupils ‘listen well to adults and each other’.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is ‘not consistently well used in some subjects and some year groups’, meaning teachers do not always identify misconceptions or pupils needing help.
- The early years curriculum and environment are ‘not as well developed as they should be’, resulting in missed learning opportunities and inconsistent guidance for children.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of CV1 4HB, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT