St John's Primary School and Nursery
Kenilworth, CV8 1FS · Warwickshire · primary school
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9th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 — 9.6/10 against 3,769 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
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's Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Coding Club, Choir, and BilinguaSing. Sports include Netball, Football, Hockey, Basketball, Pickleball, and Squash. Arts and music options feature Hot House Music, Top of the Rock, and Musical Instrument Tuition. Trips visit Kenilworth Castle and Young Voices. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 252 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 school support pupils who need extra help to reach the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the curriculum prepare students for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about St John's Primary School and Nursery
Overview
St John’s Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are “very proud” and enjoy attending. The school maintains high expectations, resulting in strong performance in reading and mathematics, alongside a “diverse and inclusive community” that promotes positive behaviour and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics, with a “high proportion” exceeding national expectations by the time they leave.
- The curriculum is “well suited and adapted” to meet the specific needs of disadvantaged pupils, those with SEND, and new arrivals.
- Attendance has “rapidly improved” following targeted efforts to address previous low rates, particularly for vulnerable groups.
- Staff and parents enjoy working with the school, supported by “very strong” senior leadership that is mindful of workload and engages effectively with concerns.
- Pupils demonstrate respect for others and engage in meaningful activities, such as challenging local authorities on environmental issues.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure new staff in subject leadership and teaching roles have further opportunities to develop their “knowledge and understanding of the wider curriculum,” as this is not yet fully embedded.
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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