Sidney Stringer Academy
Coventry, CV1 5LY · Coventry · secondary school
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12th of 22 secondary schools in Coventry we can score. 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 — 6.4/10 against 315 of them, against 4.0/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 43.5 · 46 | 30% | 1.38 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.19 · 36 | 25% | 0.89 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 42.3 · 30 | 10% | 0.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sidney Stringer Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 40.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.19 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,496 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,350. 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 support is available for pupils whose Progress 8 score is below the national benchmark? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its Attainment 8 and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Sidney Stringer Academy
Overview
Sidney Stringer Academy is described as a “vibrant and inclusive school” where leaders and teachers demonstrate “great determination.” The report highlights a strong culture of mutual respect, with pupils feeling safe and supported, particularly following the disruption caused by the pandemic. While the curriculum in key stages 4 and 5 is well structured, there are identified inconsistencies in earlier years and assessment practices.
Strengths
- Personal development is praised as “remarkable,” with pupils showing impressive understanding of their social and moral responsibilities.
- The curriculum in key stages 4 and 5 is “well structured” and “meticulously” ordered to build on prior knowledge.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “admirable,” with work “artfully matched to their needs.”
- Sixth-form provision is highly regarded, with teachers acting as subject experts who convey complex ideas with clarity.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff described as “vigilant” and leaders responding to concerns with “alacrity.”
Areas to improve
- In key stage 3, pupils do not study some subjects in sufficient depth, causing them to miss out on important knowledge for future education.
- Assessment in some subjects is not precise enough to identify learning gaps, meaning teaching is not always adjusted to help pupils progress.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that staff receive extensive training and work closely with local police to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 39.9 |
| 2024/25 | 40.1 |
| 2025/26 | 42.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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