Whittle Academy
Coventry, CV2 2LH · Coventry · primary school
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50th 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 — 2.6/10 against 2,826 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| 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.
Whittle Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Club and Enterprise Club, participate in multisports, football and outdoor learning, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the outdoor learning sessions? How does the after-school club structure its day for children who need wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Whittle Academy
Overview
Whittle Academy is confirmed as a good school, maintaining its previous judgement following an ungraded inspection. The report highlights an inclusive environment with a "warm, caring ethos" where pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are well supported and achieve well. Leaders are described as "ambitious and highly effective," fostering a culture where staff feel supported and pupils take pride in their work.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," focusing on essential knowledge and vocabulary while making learning relevant to pupils’ lives and the local community.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "skilful care and support," with activities suitably adapted to ensure they learn alongside classmates.
- Early years provision is strong, with staff ensuring children engage in "language-rich activities" that build confidence and pave the way for future learning.
- Mathematics teaching secures pupils’ "confidence and mental fluency" through practical activities and the skilled use of resources.
- Staff report positive experiences regarding workload and well-being, supported by effective trust and school leadership.
Areas to improve
- A small number of pupils who have fallen behind in reading do not practise new sounds frequently enough, which slows their progress towards becoming fluent readers.
Safeguarding
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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