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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Finham Park School (81.0)
- President Kennedy School and Community College (70.2)
- President Kennedy School Academy (68.8)
- Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School (65.5)
- Caludon Castle School (65.3)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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