Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Arts and Community College

URN: 103743 • Coventry CV6 2FR

Overview

Name
Cardinal Newman Catholic School A Specialist Arts and Community College
URN
103743
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Marina Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sandpits Lane, Coventry CV6 2FR

Summary

Cardinal Newman Catholic School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Coventry, with a current enrollment of 1,315 students and a capacity of 1,499. The school emphasizes its Catholic ethos and is designated as a Specialist Arts and Community College, offering a curriculum that integrates arts education alongside traditional subjects. The school has a commitment to fostering a supportive community environment for its students.

Admissions are primarily open to Baptised Catholic children, particularly those from designated feeder schools, with various criteria in place for over-subscription. The application process includes both online and paper options, with a closing date of 31 October for Year 6 transfers. Parents are informed of admissions decisions in March, and there are provisions for in-year applications as well.

The school values inclusivity and provides support for students with special educational needs, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive. Cardinal Newman Catholic School aims to create a nurturing environment that encourages personal and academic growth within the context of its Catholic values.

Key details

LA
Coventry
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1499
Pupils
1315
Boys
663
Girls
652
FSM %
15.90
Open date
Close date
2019-08-31
Last Ofsted
2016-04-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1315 663 652 1499 15.90
2024-09-11 1315 663 652 1499 15.90
2023-09-11 1315 663 652 1499 15.90
2022-09-11 1315 663 652 1499 15.90
2021-09-11 1315 663 652 1499 15.90
2020-09-11 1315 663 652 1499 15.90

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