Sidney Stringer Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 2 Primrose Hill Street Coventry West Midlands CV1 5LY |
| Phone | 02476251756 |
| Reference Number | 136126 |
Sidney Stringer Academy has performed well in its recent inspection, earning a 'Good' overall effectiveness rating after a longer-than-usual gap since its last inspection in 2013. The school's leadership and management, alongside its personal development offerings, have been rated as 'Outstanding', reflecting the strong goals of leaders who prioritize academic success and personal growth. Students express feeling safe and supported in a respectful and inclusive environment, which has been particularly important following the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1495 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.79%
Girls: 44.21% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 49.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 63.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 149 | 92 | 241 |
| 8 | 147 | 98 | 245 |
| 9 | 149 | 90 | 239 |
| 10 | 128 | 84 | 212 |
| 11 | 126 | 82 | 208 |
| 12 | 78 | 121 | 199 |
| 13 | 53 | 93 | 146 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 19.1% |
| Pakistani | 15.3% |
| Asian, Other | 13.6% |
| Indian | 8.4% |
| White, Other | 7.6% |
| White, British | 5.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 08 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Feb 2023 | School inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Mar 2012 | Monitoring visit |
Strengths
- Inclusive and vibrant school culture
- High expectations set by leaders for students
- Broad and challenging curriculum in key stages 4 and 5
- Effective support mechanisms for students with SEND
- Strong emphasis on personal and character development
- Positive relationships built between students and staff
Areas for Improvement
- Key stage 3 curriculum lacks depth in some subjects
- Assessment practices are not consistently precise in all subjects
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 40.1 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 35% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 45.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 35.24 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 35.66 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 21.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 282 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 176 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 6 | 2 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
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Sidney Stringer Primary Academy
Bath Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5GU |
0.16 miles |
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Hillfields Nursery School
Clifton Street, Coventry, CV1 5GR |
0.21 miles |
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St Mary and St Benedict Catholic Primary School
Leigh Street, Hillfields, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5HG |
0.27 miles |
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Southfields Primary School
East Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5LS |
0.34 miles |
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John Gulson Primary School
George Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 4HB |
0.46 miles |
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0.69 miles |
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0.73 miles |
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0.73 miles |
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0.76 miles |
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0.89 miles |
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0.92 miles |
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0.94 miles |
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0.95 miles |
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