St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Coventry, CV2 3NR · Coventry · primary school
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20th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.8/10 against 3,352 of them, against 5.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a photography club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 458 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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
How does the photography club integrate with the wider curriculum? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Overview
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy attending and feel welcomed by staff. The report highlights a strong Catholic ethos and an ambitious curriculum that prepares pupils well for secondary education, with particular success in reading and mathematics. Leaders and the multi-academy company work closely to support staff and challenge the school to improve further.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "happy and safe," demonstrating tolerance, respect, and care for one another.
- Staff model expected behaviour effectively, resulting in pupils who are "polite and show good manners."
- The curriculum is carefully planned, ensuring pupils acquire skills in the "right order" from early years.
- Reading instruction is effective, with staff helping every pupil to "read fluently" and quickly identifying those needing extra support.
- Staff feel "supported and valued," with leaders managing workload well to foster a strong sense of belonging.
Areas to improve
- The school should extend effective monitoring strategies to ensure they are "consistent across the curriculum," as knowledge of strengths and areas for improvement varies between subjects.
- Teachers’ subject knowledge is currently "more secure in some subjects than in others," requiring further development to ensure uniform quality.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 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
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